Police Officer II Kenneth Kanani Keliipio, Hawaii County Police Department, Hawaii

Police Officer II Kenneth Kanani Keliipio

Hawaii County Police Department, Hawaii

End of Watch Thursday, March 27, 1997

Kenneth Kanani Keliipio

Police Officer Kenneth Keliipio was killed when his patrol car was struck from behind by an off-duty officer on Volcano Highway, near Mamaki Street.

He had just picked up a stranded motorist and was giving him a ride when the collision occurred. The citizen sustained only minor injuries.

The officer who struck his car was arrested and charged with DUI and negligent homicide.

Officer Keliipio had served with the Hawaii County Police Department for almost seven years.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 7 years
Badge 43

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Charged with negligent homicide

drunk driver

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Thanks and recognition goes to Police Officer Kenneth Kilipio for his service to his community. His service will never be forgotten. May Kenneth's soul forever rest in peace.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired.
New York State Police

July 19, 2018