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The recent public statements that recently came to light by Maui Police Chief John Pelletier and Deputy Chief Wade Maeda are quite disconcerting (“MPD commander allegedly protected drug dealers, cockfighters for cash,” Star-Advertiser, Aug. 7). Pelletier’s statement that he “had absolutely no knowledge of the allegations” reinforces the magnitude of the incompetence, and lack of leadership abilities.
It is hard to comprehend that the chief had no idea of the criminal activities that his top lieutenant with the Criminal Intelligence Unit had been overlooked. Are there any other questionable activities that Chief Pelletier is not aware of at this moment? Makes one wonder.
Though he is currently on paid leave pending an FBI investigation, it might be in the best interest of Maui County if Pelletier considers stepping down (“Maui police chief put on paid leave amid FBI probe,” Star-Advertiser, Oct. 9). There seems to be an atmosphere of no shame in the department.
Jackie L. Grambusch Jr.
Kapolei
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