Flags to fly at half staff in Hawaiʻi for fallen Maui officer, Minneapolis shooting victims

Gov. Josh Green has directed all U.S. and Hawai’i flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities, including the Hawai’i National Guard, in recognition of two solemn occasions.

Green ordered the flags to be at half-staff from sunrise on Aug. 29 through Sept. 1, in memory of Maui Police Officer Suzanne O, who lost her life in the line of duty on Aug. 15.

“Officer Suzanne O gave her life in service to the people of Maui and the state of Hawai‘i,” Green said in a statement.

“She was a dedicated public servant, remembered for her professionalism, compassion and deep commitment to her community. This tragic loss reminds us of the profound sacrifices law enforcement officers make every day to keep our communities safe. On the day we lower our flags, we honor Officer O’s life, her service and her enduring legacy of integrity and aloha.”

Her funeral is set to be held on Aug. 29.

Following a proclamation from President Trump, flags are to be lowered immediately and will remain at half staff through sunset Aug. 31 to honor the victims in Wednesday morning’s shooting in Minneapolis.

CBS News reported Wednesday morning that two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass.

The shooter is also dead.

“Our hearts are also with the people of Minnesota as they grieve lives taken far too soon,” Green said. “Hawai‘i stands united in compassion and sorrow with all those affected by this tragedy. May the lowering of our flags serve as a symbol of aloha, support, and our shared resolve to end senseless violence in our communities.”