Nanakuli, HI – Motorcyclist Killed, Woman Injured in Collision on Farrington Hwy

Nanakuli, HI (July 3, 2023) – A motorcycle accident involving another vehicle on O’ahu left the rider deceased and one other person hospitalized. It happened on Saturday night, July 1st, at around 11:50 p.m.

According to the Honolulu Police Department, a 27-year-old male operator of a motorcycle entered an intersection off Farrington Highway in the Nanakuli area when he collided with a passenger vehicle. Emergency responders were immediately called to the scene to assist those involved.

Upon arrival, they transported the motorcyclist to a local hospital, where he was admitted in critical condition. He was pronounced deceased a short time later.

The 28-year-old female driver of the other vehicle was also hospitalized but with less severe injuries. She is currently listed in good condition.

At this time, the events that triggered the accident are being investigated by local law enforcement officials with the HPD.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the man who tragically lost his life in this accident. Our thoughts are with the wounded party and their loved ones in hopes of a full recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Hawaii

All different types of auto accidents happen in the state of Hawaii and throughout the United States every year. Motorcycle collisions are some of the most devastating types of accidents that occur on roadways in the United States. Each year, thousands of people suffer serious injuries and lose their lives in motorcycle accidents in the country.

Each year, the US sees around 90,000 injuries that result from motorcycle accidents and almost 5,000 fatalities. Obviously, motorcyclists are more prone to becoming injured due to traveling with little to no protection against the force of larger vehicles. If a motorcyclist becomes involved in a crash with a typical passenger car, they are more likely to sustain severe or even deadly injuries than those who are in the other vehicle.

There are a lot of motorcycle riders in Hawaii. It is a well-liked place to ride mopeds and motorcycles year-round because of the lovely surroundings and pleasant climate. It is important for all drivers in Hawaii to keep this in mind. In Hawaii, where they are more prevalent than in other states, drivers should always be on the lookout for motorcycles. When a motorcyclist is hurt in a car accident, it is likely that the driver was at fault for the collision.

Statistics around motorcycle accidents in the country show that around 50% of motorcycle accidents occur due to the actions of negligent drivers– not motorcyclists. The most prevalent reason motorcycle accidents happen in the US is drivers failing to yield the right of way. When you or a loved one suffers serious injuries in a motorcycle accident, you need to contact a motorcycle accident lawyer in Honolulu as soon as you can.

You may be eligible for compensation for damages such as pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, medical bills, repair costs, loss of wages, and more. Call the law office of Leavitt, Yamane, & Soldner today at (808) 537-2525 to learn more about your legal options for financial compensation if you were injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident. We are here to help you through this challenging time, so don’t hesitate to contact us as soon as you can.

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. 

Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical assistance immediately.