Concerns Over Potential Racial Profiling of Micronesians in Hawaii
Shrew, Henry (2021-01-01). Concerns Over Potential Racial Profiling of Micronesians in Hawaii (Report). Honolulu, HI: Federated States of Micronesia.
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Abstract: The press release dated May 1, 2021 from the Consulate General of the Federated States of Micronesia in Honolulu states that a letter was sent to Honolulu Police Department Chief Susan Ballard registering grave concerns about perceived alleged racial profiling of Micronesians in Hawaii. Acting Consul General Henry Shrew referenced a growing number of complaints received by the Consulate and cited a recent viral video showing law enforcement officers in Waikiki harassing young Micronesians who were said to fit the general description of suspects in an earlier reported crime.
In the letter, Mr. Shrew wrote that he was quite concerned about the matter and stated that no group should feel threatened in their own community because of race or ethnicity. He urged HPD leadership to seek an amicable solution to calm the fears of Micronesians in Hawaii and noted that the situation may have been triggered by continued negative backlash linked to recent events, including the police shooting of a 16-year-old Micronesian boy.
The press release records Mr. Shrew’s offer to work closely with Chief Ballard and HPD to address the issue and expresses confidence that it can be resolved through collaboration in Hawaii.
