Hawaiʻi Police Department Continues High Visibility Traffic Enforcement Along the DKI Highway

The Hawaiʻi Police Department continues to conduct high visibility traffic enforcement operations along the Daniel K. Inouye Highway (DKI Highway) corridor as part of ongoing efforts to improve roadway safety and reduce dangerous driving behaviors.

Since June 4, 2026, there has been an increase in police presence along the DKI Highway corridor, with officers conducting focused enforcement operations to ensure adherence to traffic laws and safe driving habits.

Between June 4 and June 7, officers assigned to these enforcement efforts contacted 316 drivers and issued the following citations:

• 269 speeding
• 3 moving
• 4 reckless driving
• 1 overtaking on the shoulder
• 1 electronic device
• 4 motor vehicle registration
• 129 other violations
• 1 Arrest made

Officers will continue targeting hazardous violations, including speeding, impaired, distracted and reckless driving, seatbelt violations, and other unsafe behaviors known to contribute to serious traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities.  Motorists are reminded to:

• Obey posted speed limits
• Eliminate distractions while driving
• Always wear seatbelts
• Never operate a vehicle while impaired

There has also been an increase in reckless driving reports along the DKI Highway corridor. During the past week, the Hawaiʻi Police Department’s Emergency Communications Center received nine reckless driving calls, compared to six calls the previous week.

The Hawaiʻi Police Department appreciates the continued collaboration and vigilance of community members who report dangerous driving behaviors. Traffic Services Section Program Manager Torey Keltner stated that the increase in reported incidents is likely due to citizens becoming more proactive in identifying and reporting hazardous driving, helping law enforcement prevent potential crashes and injuries before they occur. The Hawai’i Police Department encourages the public to report dangerous driving behaviors by calling 911 during emergencies or contacting the department’s non-emergency line for non-urgent situations.

Community members may also anonymously request that a violation letter be sent to a vehicle’s registered owner by emailing leanne.matsuo@hawaiipolice.gov. Requests should include:

• Description of the violation
• Vehicle description
• License plate number
• Date and time of the incident
• Location where the violation occurred

Commuters are reminded that State Highways is currently making safety improvements in areas along Daniel K. Inouye Highway and that these areas are considered construction zones which are subject to lower speed limits along with lane closures.  Please stay alert for flaggers and equipment and exercise caution.