Maui police said one of their officers was fatally shot Friday evening.
“The Maui Police Department is deeply saddened to confirm that earlier this evening, one of our officers was fatally injured in an officer-involved shooting,” MPD officials said in a social media post after 10 p.m..
The suspect is in custody, they said.
“This is a tragic loss for our department and our community,” MPD said. “Out of respect for the officer’s family and loved ones, we are not releasing further details at this time.”
Police said more information will be shared at a later date.
“We ask for the community’s patience and support as we work through this difficult time together,” MPD said in the post.
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