Over 40 drivers arrested on Maui and Oahu for drunk driving

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Police officers were on duty over Memorial Day weekend to crack down on drunk driving.

Honolulu police said they made 33 arrests for “driving under the influence of intoxicants” from Friday to Monday.

The majority of arrests were for speeding and reckless driving.

On the island of Maui, 13 arrests were made for driving under the influence over the weekend of Graduation Day and Memorial Day after more than 1,700 vehicles were checked at eight checkpoints.

The MPD also arrested “nine additional people for various offenses, issued 23 citations, and towed six vehicles.”

Our number one goal is the safety of our community. This campaign underscores our commitment to ending drunk driving and its tragic consequences. We thank our community for nominating sober drivers, using rideshare services, reporting suspected impaired drivers, and for their cooperation and vigilance. Together, we can make our roads safer for everyone.

Lt. Kenneth Kihata, Commander of the Maui Police Department’s Traffic Division

The police ask the public to contribute to safety on the roads as follows:

• Plan your way home in advance
• Choose a sober driver or use a car service or taxi if you have been drinking
• Call MPD to report an impaired driver
• If you know someone who is about to drive while under the influence of alcohol, take their keys and help them get home safely.