As a service to the community, the Hawaiʻi Police Department is pairing up with Hilo Public Library to offer a complimentary Keiki ID event, which is scheduled to take place today. The event, nestled within the stacks and stories of the library at 300 Waianuenue Ave, will run from the prime time lunch hours of noon to 2 p.m., providing a convenient opportunity for parents and guardians to obtain identification cards for their children.
According to the Hawaiʻi Police Department, these aren't just any IDs; they come equipped with a photo, a fingerprint, and vital stats that could be a godsend in the unthinkable event that a child goes missing. The initiative, led by the department's Hilo Community Policing Section, is the first of what's intended to be a series of similar offerings, aimed at those who might have missed previous events, Lieutenant William H. Derr of the Hawaiʻi Police Department explained.
Families are encouraged to attend, get their kids an ID, and leave with peace of mind. The Hawaiʻi Police Department is showing its commitment to child safety and community involvement through this partnership with the Hilo Public Library. More information and pre-event paperwork are available at www.hawaiipolice.gov.
