KAPOLEI, Hawaii (Island News) -- A woman is seen yanking a young girl by her hair and berating her in a car while a bystander video records the incident and later reports it to police.

"We always want to look out for the well being of the child," said Venus Rosete-Medeiros, CEO of Hale Kipa. "So call 911 if in immediate danger."

The video on HHHNewz has gone viral on Instagram, sparking outrage from thousands and prompting Honolulu police to put out their own update online.

HPD said that on June 5 it had opened an abuse case, reiterating that it takes allegations of abuse seriously and encouraging the public to report these crimes.

"People always want to play the vigilante and take a video and show it on social media. I would encourage not to do that," she said. "You don't have to be p

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