Maui officer killed in line of duty, police chief calls her ‘the finest of us’
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A Maui police officer was shot and killed Friday while responding to reports of a person firing a rifle in the area of the old sugar mill, according to police and reports. 

The officer, who has not been identified, was fatally struck in Paia, located on the northern coast of the island of Maui, Hawaii, the Maui Police Department said in a statement. 

The suspect, who also has not been named, has been taken into custody. 

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier speaking

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier said the fallen officer’s death was a tragic loss for the department and the community. ( Patrick T. Fallon / AFP)

“Our officer suffered a round in her chest area. Officers returned fire. The subject was shot in the lower hip area and is in custody,” Pelletier said.

Pelletier called the officer a true hero of the community and within the profession.

Police Lights Crime Scene

A Maui police officer was shot and killed Friday while responding to reports of a person firing a rifle in the area of the old sugar mill, according to police and reports.  (iStock)

“She was the finest of us, and we are grateful for her,” he said. “This is an absolute tragedy. This is a dark day in the history of the Maui Police Department and our community.”

“It’s something that none of us ever expect will happen, although we prepare for it, and it’s just absolutely horrible,” he said.

Fox News Digital has reached out to Maui police for additional information. 

A map showing Paia, Maui, in Hawaii.

A map showing Paia, Maui, in Hawaii.  (Google Maps)

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