Hawai‘i Police Department
Hilo Community Policing
Community Policing Lieutenant William Derr
Phone: (808) 961-8849
Media Release
The Hawai‘i Police Activities League (HI-PAL), congratulates the 250 keiki, age five to 17, who participated in the Hawaii Keiki Rodeo Association competition on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the Pana‘ewa Equestrian Center. Organized by the Hawai‘i Keiki Rodeo Association, this event was part of the qualifying rounds for the upcoming Hawai‘i Keiki Rodeo Championships on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
In addition to the rodeo events, Hawai‘i Police Department Community Policing Officers issued keiki identification cards for the children. Officers also engaged with participants, offering a casual opportunity for both kids and adults to connect with their local officers while enjoying the competition.
The HI-PAL organization wishes to express its profound appreciation to all the volunteers and sponsors for their role in making the Keiki Rodeo competition a resounding success.
HI-PAL is a program of the Hawai‘i Police Department in which police officers interact with youth in various activities as mentors. This positive connection encourages teamwork, citizenship, and responsibility among youth. If your Hilo community organization is interested in hosting a HI-PAL event in your area, please contact Hawai‘i Police Department’s Hilo Community Policing Officers at (808) 961-8849.