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HONOLULU, HI - Police and emergency crews were dispatched to an accident in the Chinatown neighborhood of Honolulu on Sunday night, according to a KHON report. A vehicle crashed into a building in the area of North Hotel Street and Smith Street at about 9:45 p.m. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services treated two men in the vehicle at the scene and then took them to an area hospital. There was no immediate word on their conditions. Police said the driver was issued citations for Delinquent Vehicle Tax, No Certificate of Inspection and No Certificate of Registration in Vehicle. Hotel Street was shut down for about two hours between Smith Street and Nuuanu Avenue while the scene was being cleared and investigated. If you’ve been hurt in a motor vehicle crash, you may be facing significant physical and financial challenges. At Recovery Law Center, our experienced Hawaii car accident lawyers assist injured individuals across Hawaii in moving forward after a crash caused by someone else's negligence. Whether you’re facing growing medical bills or calls from the other driver’s insurance company, our legal team is here to help you achieve the best possible outcome. To arrange a free consultation, contact us online or call us at (808)427-3800.

HILO, HI - Six people were injured when a pickup truck crashed through the front of a drug store at Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo last Thursday, according to Hawaiʻi Island police. South Hilo patrol officers responded to Longs Drugs at 111 E. Puainako Street at about 3:55 p.m, after a 2012 white Toyota Tacoma went through the glass storefront The vehicle hit patrons and store fixtures before coming to a stop inside the business. Six people, ranging in age from 24 to 76, sustained injuries. Four were treated at the scene by Hawaiʻi Fire Department medics and released, while two were transported to Hilo Benioff Medical Center for further medical treatment and were later released in stable condition. The driver, an 86-year-old Hilo man, was evaluated by medics at the scene and was not injured. Police are conducting a second-degree negligent injury investigation into the accident. If you have been injured in a car accident caused by another motorist, turn to attorney Glenn Honda and the dedicated team at Recovery Law Center. With over 30 years of experience working with car crash victims in Hawaii, we have deep knowledge of state-specific laws and insurance requirements, which is crucial for navigating the no-fault system effectively. Our Hawaii car accident lawyers will fight on your behalf for maximum compensation. Call us at (808)427-3088 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation.

HONOLULU, HI - An investigation is underway into a fatal bicycle collision that occurred Friday morning in the Kalihi area, the Honolulu Police Department reported. The accident happened at about 7:10 a.m. on Sand Island Access Road near Keehi Marine Center. It was reported to the police department's Traffic Division that a motorist was traveling eastbound when he struck an unidentified male bicyclist. The bicycle rider, who was not wearing a helmet, was ejected onto the roadway and was pronounced dead at the scene. The motorist and his passenger, both 34-year-old men, were not injured. Investigators do not believe speed, drugs or alcohol were contributing factors in the collision, the 31st traffic fatality on Oahu this year compared to 68 at this time in 2025. Whether you are a tourist who was cycling on your vacation or a resident of Hawaii, a bike accident can cause significant challenges and possibly extensive injuries. Let our legal professionals at the Recovery Law Center take that burden off your shoulders. Our knowledgeable Hawaii bicycle accident attorneys are prepared to help you pursue the compensation you need to cover your medical expenses and other losses. To discuss your case in a free consultation, contact us online or call us at (808) 427-3088.