Officer Dannygriggs M. Padayao, Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

Officer Dannygriggs M. Padayao

Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

End of Watch Monday, April 30, 2001

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Dannygriggs M. Padayao

Officer Dannygriggs Padayao was struck and killed by a drunk driver while directing traffic at the scene of a minor traffic crash at approximately 10:30 pm.

He was setting out flares on Kamehameha Highway, near Kualoa Ranch when a pickup truck struck him. The driver of the truck then fled the scene but was arrested in the area later in the night. Officer Padayao was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The 22-year-old suspect was found guilty of negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison with eligibility for parole after he served 7 years.

Officer Padayao had been a member of the Honolulu Police Department for 18 years. He is survived by his girlfriend and her three children.

Bio

Age 48
Tour 18 years
Badge 3236

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 10 years

directing traffic, hit-and-run

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Danny not a day goes by that I don't think of you and the friendship and mentorship you gave me. God gained another angel but we feel your loss every single day. You are still my beat partner though i have hung up my gun and badge. I believe you still walk beside me and I will never forget you brother.

John Haraway
Honolulu PD/ Mercer Island PD Retired

March 6, 2025