The law enforcement section of the Department of Land and Natural resources has a new chief.
The law enforcement section of the Department of Land and Natural resources has a new chief.
Thomas Friel will officially take over on Monday.
DLNR Chair Suzanne Case said in a press release, “We have the great privilege of hiring Tommy, who has deep personal and professional roots in Hawaii. Enforcement of laws aimed at protecting our precious natural and cultural resources is one of the most important roles DLNR plays. To attract someone of Tommy’s stature and experience ensures a strong enforcement philosophy with fairness and balance.”
Friel has 28 years of experience in law enforcement roles. For over 21 years he served with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Law Enforcement, Pacific Island Division. His experience includes supervision of special agents, fisheries enforcement officers and office staff in Hawaii and around the Pacific.