Aiea, HI – Woman Killed After DUI Pedestrian Crash on Moanalua Rd Near Pearlridge
December 6, 2025
Aiea, HI (December 6, 2025) – A 74-year-old woman died on Friday, December 5, one day after a driver under the influence struck her near Pearlridge Center.
The fatal crash happened around 9:23 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, on Moanalua Road near Ualo Street, according to the Honolulu Police Department. Investigators said the woman was crossing Moanalua Road in a marked crosswalk when a westbound car hit her. The impact threw her onto the pavement, leaving her with critical injuries.
Paramedics arrived within minutes and provided emergency treatment before rushing her to a nearby hospital. Despite doctors’ efforts, she died the next day from her injuries.
Police said the driver, a 52-year-old woman, stayed at the scene and showed signs of alcohol use. Officers determined she had been drinking and arrested her for first-degree negligent injury and operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.
Authorities upgraded the case to a first-degree negligent homicide investigation after the victim’s death. Investigators confirmed that alcohol played a role in the crash but are still reviewing other possible contributing factors.
Emergency crews closed Moanalua Road between Kaonohi Street and Ualo Street while they collected evidence, reviewed traffic footage, and spoke with witnesses. The Honolulu Police Department continues to investigate the deadly crash.
We extend our deepest condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones during this challenging time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Hawaii
Pedestrian accidents in Hawaii often end in tragedy. Busy areas like Moanalua Road near Pearlridge see heavy traffic, leaving little room for error. One reckless moment can cost a life and devastate an entire family.
When alcohol is involved, pedestrians have little chance to escape serious harm. Victims often suffer catastrophic injuries that lead to long hospital stays or death. Families must then face emotional pain, funeral expenses, and the financial strain of losing someone they depend on.
Under Hawaii law, surviving relatives can file a wrongful death claim to seek compensation. This can cover medical bills from emergency treatment, funeral and burial costs, loss of income, and the emotional suffering caused by the loss of a loved one.
Insurance companies sometimes pressure families into quick settlements that fall short of what they deserve. Accepting too early can leave them without the resources needed to recover fully and rebuild their lives.
A compassionate wrongful death lawyer can help families through this difficult time. A trusted attorney investigates the crash, gathers important evidence, and fights for full compensation while families focus on healing.
At Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, we stand beside families who have lost loved ones in tragic pedestrian accidents across Hawaii. We understand the pain these crashes cause and work tirelessly to hold negligent drivers accountable.
If you lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident in Aiea or anywhere in Hawaii, call Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner today at (808) 537-2525 for a free consultation. Let us fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports, local and state police incident reports to create these posts. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this particular accident, so if there is any information that is incorrect, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner so that we can update the post to reflect the most accurate information available.
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