Officer Joshua Flores was honored as the Kaʻū Officer of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2026. With 19 years in law enforcement, Officer Flores has served in Kaʻū since 2020. In addition to his duties as the district’s only Community Policing Officer, Officer Flores is a member of the department’s Special Response Team (SRT). Officer Flores exited his vehicle and pursued the man, apprehending him after a brief foot pursuit. Flores safely took him into custody on two outstanding warrants.