News: Woman, 61, dies after being struck by vehicle in Kahului

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.

HONOLULU, HI - Paramedics were dispatched to an accident that injured a moped rider in Honolulu, KITV reported. The crash took place Wednesday night at the off-ramp from Kamehameha Highway to Nimitz Highway at about 11:43 p.m. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services said a man was riding a moped in that area when he was struck by a vehicle.  The moped rider, believed to be in his 20s, suffered several injuries.  He was rushed to an emergency room, where he was listed in serious condition. The moped rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident. If you have been the victim of a moped accident through no fault of you own, contact the Recovery Law Center today for a free consultation to learn more about your legal options. Our knowledgeable Honolulu moped accident attorney, Glenn Honda, is prepared to take on the burden of fighting for the compensation and justice you deserve, allowing you to focus on recovering from your injuries and getting back to your job, family, and life. To get started, call us at (808) 427-3088 or visit our contact page.

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.