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đ¨ DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - Maui Statement of Chief Pelletier đ Location: Maui County đ Date: August 7, 2026 These allegations involving Lieutenant Michael Vaitu'ulala are difficult for me to reconcile with the person I have known both professionally and personally for many years. I trusted him and considered him a friend, and he was present during deeply personal moments in my life, including conducting the blessing when my father's ashes were scattered. But as Chief, I have a responsibility that extends beyond any personal relationship. I owe that responsibility to this department, to its employees, and most importantly, to the community we serve. At this stage, every person is entitled to due process and to be presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. No one should prejudge the facts or attempt to determine an outcome before the evidence is presented through the proper legal process. Our responsibility is to ensure that process is respected and allowed to run its course. This case, like every case, should not be tried in the media or the court of public opinion. When we became aware of the federal investigation, we acted immediately within our authority. đ° Full release: https://www.mauicounty.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=19126 đ Have info? Crime Stoppers: (808) 242-6966 đ MPD Non-Emergency: (808) 244-6400 đ Emergency: 911 âšī¸ Source: Maui Police Department press release https://www.mauicounty.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=19126 đ Search Reports: searchssh.com đ§ Submit Reports: reportssh.com