Honolulu, HI – Head-On crash on Daniel K Inouye Hwy near Mauna Kea Access Rd
June 27, 2023
Honolulu, HI (June 21, 2023) – Police in Hawaii are currently investigating a serious accident that occurred on Tuesday, June 21. At around 5:30 a.m., emergency responders went to the scene of a collision on Daniel K Inouye Highway.
Reports from authorities show the incident occurred when two vehicles collided head-on, including a Honda CRV and a Ford F-150 pickup truck. They crashed near the Manua Kea Access Road, sources said.
Three people suffered serious injuries in the crash. They were taken to the Queens Medical Center for treatment, sources said. Currently, their identities have not been reported.
Speed is believed to have been a factor in the cause of the incident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims. We hope for their full recovery.
Hawaii Car Accidents
A steady increase in traffic accidents has been observed in Hawaii in recent years. According to studies, impaired driving caused 42% of traffic-related deaths in 2022, followed by speeding and distracted driving. Hawaii is experiencing an increase in collisions caused by drivers using their cell phones while driving.
Based on the most recent statistics, Hawaii’s auto accident rate is expected to increase in 2023. Highways and intersections are the most common places for accidents to occur. In 2023, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists will also face increased risks.
It is important for drivers to maintain a safe speed and maintain a safe distance between cars in order to ensure their safety. Seatbelts should be worn by all drivers and passengers, and distractions should be minimized while driving.
Getting injured in a traffic accident can have severe consequences. As a result of an accident, families may be burdened with medical bills while their loved ones suffer physical and emotional pain. It’s important for families to know that they may have legal options available to them.
Support for a loved one is integral in the aftermath of an auto accident injury. An auto accident attorney can help a loved one recover lost wages, lost earning capacity, and property damage.
The help of a car accident lawyer in Honolulu can be helpful in recovering compensation for expenses associated with the accident. Having a comprehensive understanding of every option available to families is one of our goals at Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner.
Our firm is dedicated to protecting our client’s legal rights. In every aspect of the legal process, we remain committed to supporting our clients. Families receive advice from our attorneys about how to proceed after understanding the applicable laws. The attorneys at Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner will help your family make informed decisions about your case. Get in touch with us today at 808-537-2525 to begin the process.
Notes: Our team of writers uses secondary sources such as news reports and 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 incorrect information, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner right away so that we can update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available.
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