News: Moped rider injured in collision with vehicle on Kamehameha Highway

KEKAHA, HI - Police said the driver involved in a fatal bicycle collision in Kekaha Sept. 22 has been arrested, according to The Garden Island.. Investigators learned that 62-year-old Connie Castaneda of Kekaha was driving a 2018 Toyota SUV east on ‘Elepaio Road at about 7 a.m. when she turned left onto Alae Road and struck a 91-year-old man riding a bicycle westbound. The bicycle rider, later identified as 91-year-old Bonifacio Ventura of Kekaha, died after being taken to Kaua‘i Veterans Memorial Hospital. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Police said Castaneda has been arrested on charges of first-degree negligent homicide and inattention to driving. The intersection of ‘Elepaio Road and Alae Road was closed for about two hours after the incident as part of the police investigation, which is ongoing. If a loved one recently died due to someone’s negligence, you have legal rights as a surviving family member. At Recovery Law Center, we understand the emotional and financial toll a sudden loss brings. Our compassionate Hawaii wrongful death lawyers handle the legal work so you can focus on healing. Our team fights for fair compensation to cover medical expenses, lost income, and the support your loved one provided. To learn more about our services, call (808) 427-3800 or reach out online to schedule a free consultation.

KAHULUI, HI - A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in Kahului, the Maui Police Department reported. The fatal collision occurred Sept. 9 at about 9:43 p.m. on Kaahumanu Avenue, east of South Papa Avenue. A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox was traveling eastbound within the inner eastbound lane on Kaahumanu Avenue, approaching the intersection of South Wakea Avenue, when the vehicle struck a pedestrian. The pedestrian was walking northbound across Kaahumanu Avenue at the time, out of a marked crosswalk. She was pronounced dead at the scene and was later identified as 61-year-old Lynette Kealoha of Wailuku. The driver of the Equinox, a 70-year-old Wailuku man, was not injured. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. Investigators have yet to determine whether speed, drugs or alcohol were contributing factors. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident because of another party's negligence, turn to the Recovery Law Center to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. With more than two decades of experience and a long track record of successful verdicts and settlements, our trusted Hawaii pedestrian accident lawyers are the right choice to handle your situation. To schedule a free consultation, contact us online or give us a call at (808) 427-3088.

PEARL CITY, HI - A pedestrian accident in the Pearl City Peninsula on Wednesday night left three people injured, Hawaii News Now reports.. The incident took place at about 7 p.m. in the vicinity of Lehua Avenue and Ashley Avenue. Three pedestrians were struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in the area, a 30-year-old man, a 29-year-old woman, and a 3-year-old boy. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services was dispatched to the scene and transported the three to an area hospital with multiple injuries.  They were all listed in serious condition. No information was immediately available regarding the driver or the vehicle involved. Have you been injured in a pedestrian accident in Hawaii because of a driver's negligence?  If so, the knowledgeable legal team at Recovery Law Center is here to help pursue the compensation you deserve. Our Honolulu pedestrian accident attorneys have extensive experience helping residents, tourists, and visitors take legal action when drivers fail to notice and yield to pedestrians. Give us a call at (808) 427-3088 or reach out online to book a free, no-obligation consultation where we can discuss your legal options.