Sunday Wreck Blocks Old Haleakala Hwy in Kahului, HI
June 14, 2026
Kahului, HI (June 14, 2026) – A crash on Sunday, June 14, on Old Haleakala Highway near the Costco entrance in Kahului left vehicles blocking the roadway.
Emergency crews responded to the scene. Officials confirmed that at least one person was injured, but the extent of their injuries remains unknown at this time.
Crews worked to clear the scene. The Maui Police Department continues to investigate what caused the wreck.
We hope everyone involved is safe and recovering.
Risks Drivers Face Near Busy Parking Lots in Kahului, HI
When drivers approach busy parking lot entrances in Kahului, the risk of a crash can rise quickly. Cars turning in and out of stores create sudden stops and blind spots. One missed check can cause a serious collision, especially when traffic backs up near crowded entry lanes.
After a wreck near a store entrance, get medical care even if you feel fine. Crash adrenaline can hide pain for hours. A full exam also creates records you may need for a claim later, especially if symptoms appear after you leave the scene.
Once you see a doctor, save every bill, prescription, and follow-up note from the start. These records show what the crash has cost you. Without them, the insurance company may dispute what it owes or question whether the crash caused your injuries.
In Kahului, Old Haleakala Highway near Costco, Home Depot, and Maui Marketplace draws steady traffic all week. Drivers move in and out of the lot entrances with limited visibility. Shoppers, delivery trucks, and commuters make this corridor especially risky.
If another driver pulled out of a lot without looking, that driver may be at fault. Hawaii follows a no-fault system, so your own insurance covers initial medical costs. Serious injuries may allow a claim against the at-fault driver for pain, lost income, and long-term treatment.
Before you accept any settlement, make sure it covers every cost tied to your injuries. Some crash injuries require weeks of follow-up care or physical therapy. Once you settle, you cannot reopen the claim for more, even if your condition gets worse later.
While you focus on healing, a Kahului car accident lawyer can review whether your injuries meet Hawaii’s no-fault threshold. Legal help can stop the insurer from pushing a low offer. An attorney can also handle paperwork and deadlines.
Our team at Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner has helped drivers across Maui after crashes near busy commercial areas. We can explain what compensation may apply to you.
If you were hurt in a car accident in Kahului and want to know your options, call Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525.
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 information that is incorrect, please contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner so that we can update the post 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.