Two Honolulu Police Officers Arrested in Separate Incidents

Domestic violence and drunk driving allegations against HPD officers raise concerns about accountability and standards of conduct

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Two Honolulu Police Department officers were arrested in separate incidents this week - a 31-year-old officer on suspicion of domestic violence for the second time since January, and a 42-year-old officer for allegedly crashing his car into a guardrail while driving drunk. Both officers have been placed on revocation of police authority pending investigations, as the police department emphasizes its commitment to holding officers accountable to high standards of conduct.

Why it matters

These arrests of HPD officers highlight ongoing concerns about domestic violence, drunk driving, and accountability within the police force. As public servants tasked with upholding the law, any alleged misconduct by officers can undermine community trust in the department. The incidents raise questions about the department's disciplinary processes and whether more needs to be done to address issues like officer mental health and domestic disputes.

The details

The 31-year-old officer, Keone Alika Kalani Kissinger, was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of abuse of a family or household member. This was his second arrest for domestic violence since January 22, though the prosecutor previously declined to file charges. Kissinger's wife has filed for divorce three times since 2024 and accused him of choking their son and pinning her down during arguments. The 42-year-old officer, Chad Alan Fuller, was arrested early Sunday on suspicion of drunk driving after allegedly crashing his car into a guardrail. Neither officer has been formally charged yet, but both have been placed on revocation of police authority pending the outcomes of criminal and administrative investigations.

  • On January 22, Keone Alika Kalani Kissinger was previously arrested on suspicion of domestic violence.
  • On January 26, Kissinger's wife filed a petition for a protective order against him.
  • On February 4, Chad Alan Fuller was arrested at 2:37 a.m. on suspicion of drunk driving.
  • On February 5, Keone Alika Kalani Kissinger was arrested at 2:14 p.m. on suspicion of domestic violence.

The players

Keone Alika Kalani Kissinger

A 31-year-old Honolulu Police Department officer with 10 years on the force, who has been arrested twice since January on suspicion of domestic violence against his wife, with whom he is going through a prolonged divorce.

Chad Alan Fuller

A 42-year-old Honolulu Police Department officer who was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after allegedly crashing his car into a guardrail.

Rade Vanic

The Interim Chief of the Honolulu Police Department, who stated that the department takes any arrest of an officer very seriously and holds them to high standards of conduct.

Don Faumuina

The president of the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO), who said that domestic violence cannot be tolerated but that officers have a right to due process.

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What they’re saying

“Domestic violence can never be tolerated. It is important to remember that, at this point, these are allegations, and just like every other private citizen, each officer has a right to due process. We fully expect the Honolulu Police Department to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into these allegations.”

— Don Faumuina, SHOPO President (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

“As those trusted by the public to serve and protect, our officers are held to a high standard of conduct, both on and off duty, and when an officer violates the law they are subject to the same legal process as any member of the public. We will share information as appropriate and as it becomes available, while safeguarding the integrity of ongoing investigations. Accountability is a core expectation of this department, and these incidents do not reflect the dedication and professionalism of the hundreds of HPD officers and civilian staff who serve our community honorably every day.”

— Rade Vanic, Interim HPD Chief (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

What’s next

A hearing on the petition for a protective order against Keone Alika Kalani Kissinger is scheduled for Monday, February 10th.

The takeaway

These arrests of Honolulu police officers underscore the need for continued scrutiny and accountability within the department to uphold high standards of conduct and public trust. The incidents highlight complex issues around officer mental health, domestic disputes, and the disciplinary processes for addressing alleged misconduct, which the department will need to thoroughly investigate and address.