Family questions if police misconduct led to deadly 2021…
Originally reported by WBMA — 2026-02-08
A family raising questions about police misconduct in the Big Island crash that killed Patrick Enos Jr. in 2021 has highlighted critical transparency failures by the Hawaii Police Department. The fatal incident in KEA’AU on Dec. 20, 2021, occurred during an alleged police chase, and despite multiple investigations, the family and their attorney have been denied key details about what happened.
The family of Patrick Enos Jr., who died in a car crash in KEAʻAU, Hawaii on Dec. 20, 2021, questions whether police misconduct during an alleged chase contributed to the fatal incident. Despite multiple investigations, few details have been shared with the family or their attorney, raising concerns about police accountability and transparency.
Key Facts
- Patrick Enos Jr. died in a car crash on Dec. 20, 2021
- The crash occurred during an alleged police chase
- Enos’ family believes police misconduct may have contributed to the crash
- Multiple investigations are ongoing but details have not been shared with the family or their attorney
- A lawsuit is pending against the Hawaii Police Department
Incident Details
| Location | KEAʻAU, Hawaii |
| Department | Hawaii Police Department |
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