Police Leaders Under Pressure to Allow Media Scanner Access

Letter: Open police scanners to boost public safety, trust | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

On Oahu, police scanners are closed to the media. This restricts broadcasters’ ability to fulfill a critical public service — keeping the people of Hawaii informed in real time, especially during emergencies when every second matters. Whether it’s a wildfire, a major traffic incident or a missing child, access to real-time scanners can significantly improve the speed and accuracy of information delivered to the public.

Media Access To Police Scanners Essential For Public Safety

Law enforcement and journalists share the same goals during a crisis — protect lives, preserve safety, maintain public trust.

Police leaders under pressure to allow media scanner access

Honolulu’s interim police chief is opposing allowing the media to have access to police radio scanners, despite sounding open to it last month.