Honolulu Police Officer Eric Fontes Struck & Killed During Traffic Stop, Suspect Charged with Negligent Homicide

Officer Eric Fontes, with the Honolulu Police Department, was struck and killed, while conducting a traffic stop about 10:30 p.m. Tuesday.

According to Officer Down Memorial Page, the vehicle was stopped along the median in the left hand lane. During the stop three units responded to the assist at the scene. Another car entered the scene and struck one of the patrol cars, Officer Fontes, and a second officer. Officer Fontes succumbed to injuries while being transported to a local hospital. The other injured officer was transported in critical condition.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Officer Fontes. The suspect has been charged with negligent homicide and is facing other charges.