HONOLULU — The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) congratulates Officers Kukilakilakuumakuakane Serrao, Jonathan Nasu and Joshua Zara, who were honored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Hawaiʻi for their efforts to prevent impaired driving and improve traffic safety on Oʻahu.
“These officers have earned this recognition through their dedication to keeping our roads safe,” said Honolulu Police Chief David Lazar. “As members of this community, they understand that every effort to prevent impaired driving helps protect our loved ones and everyone who shares our roadways.”
The officers received their awards during MADD Hawaiʻi’s annual Law Enforcement Recognition Ceremony in June. The ceremony recognizes law enforcement officers who demonstrate outstanding efforts to prevent impaired driving and improve traffic safety.
Officer Kukilakilakuumakuakane Serrao — Rookie of the Year Award
Officer Serrao received MADD Hawaiʻi’s inaugural Rookie of the Year Award, which recognizes a first-year traffic officer for contributions to impaired driving enforcement and traffic safety. During his first year assigned to the Traffic Division’s Night Enforcement Unit, he issued 1,285 citations and made 79 arrests for operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII), including two arrests for habitual OVUII.
Officer Jonathan Nasu — Law Enforcement Recognition Award
Solo Bike Officer Nasu received the Law Enforcement Recognition Award for his proactive traffic enforcement efforts. Over the past year, he issued 3,051 citations and initiated 164 impaired driving investigations, reflecting his dedication to identifying impaired drivers and preventing them from endangering themselves and others. His professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to public safety exemplify the highest standards of law enforcement service.
Officer Joshua Zara — Drug Recognition Expert Award
Officer Zara received the Drug Recognition Expert Award for his leadership in impaired driving enforcement and officer training. Over the past year, he issued 3,261 citations and made 100 OVUII arrests, including two arrests for habitual OVUII. He also earned certification as a Drug Recognition Expert Instructor, allowing him to train fellow officers by sharing best practices, strengthening investigative skills and helping ensure consistent, high-quality impaired-driving evaluations.
HPD remains committed to reducing impaired driving through year-round enforcement, education and partnerships that encourage responsible driving across Oʻahu. Learn more about the department’s Safer Roads, Together campaign at www.honolulupd.org/safer-roads-together/.