Kaua‘i police take 48 keiki out for ‘Shop with a Cop’ at Target

The Kaua‘i Police Department teamed up with the Līhu‘e Target store and the friends of the Children’s Justice Center for this year’s “Shop with a Cop” to help spread holiday cheer to 48 local children and their families.

KPD worked with partnering agencies to identify needful families with children under 17 years old. The children enjoyed a pepperoni and cheese pizza party courtesy of the men and women of the Kaua’i Police Department. They were given a $100 gift card provided by the friends of the Children’s Justice Center to shop with a Kaua‘i Police Officer.

“We are so thankful and excited to participate in a positive experience with our island Keiki and hopeful that our children will develop fond memories and trust with our Kaua‘i police officers,” said Bryson Ponce, Kaua‘i Police Department Assistant Chief.

Dee Anne Facuri, Target Līhu‘e store director, said they were excited to host the event.

“It was so great to see so many children and their families having such a memorable and bonding experience with our Kaua‘i Police Officers,” she said.