Vehicle Strikes Pedestrian Near Old Volcano Rd in Keaau, HI
June 11, 2026
Keaau, HI (June 11, 2026) – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Wednesday morning, June 10, near Old Volcano Road in Keaau.
Emergency units were dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:20 a.m. Responders provided medical care to the pedestrian at the scene. Officials have not yet confirmed tge extent of the person’s injuries.
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is investigating the cause of the collision.
We hope the person injured in this accident makes a full recovery.
How Do Pedestrian Injury Claims Work in Keaau, HI?
In Hawaii, a pedestrian injured by a vehicle typically starts the claims process through the driver’s no-fault insurance coverage. This pays for initial medical expenses regardless of who caused the crash. Once certain injury thresholds are met, you may pursue additional compensation from the at-fault driver.
Old Volcano Road runs through a rural part of the Puna District with limited sidewalks and few streetlights. Likewise, Highway 11, Highway 130, and Pahoa Village Road offer little dedicated space for pedestrians. As a result, walking in these areas after dark or during rain can be especially dangerous.
After you receive medical treatment, make sure every visit and symptom is documented. Even injuries that seem minor at first can become more serious over time. Those records help connect your injuries directly to the collision.
If the driver was distracted, speeding, or failed to yield, those facts can strengthen your claim. The police report often includes important observations and witness statements. In addition, photos from the scene can provide valuable supporting evidence.
In Hawaii, no-fault PIP benefits are limited to a specific amount. Once those benefits are exhausted, remaining losses may be pursued through the at-fault driver’s liability coverage. Understanding when that shift occurs can help you prepare for the next stage of your claim.
Because Hawaii follows a modified comparative negligence system, you may still recover compensation if you are less than 51 percent at fault. However, your recovery will be reduced by your share of responsibility. Even so, partial fault does not automatically prevent a claim.
When medical bills, lost income, and insurance calls begin piling up, legal help can make a difference. A Keaau personal injury lawyer can deal with insurers, gather evidence, and protect your rights. That support allows you to focus more fully on your recovery.
At Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, we’ve guided many injury victims across the Big Island through Hawaii’s no-fault insurance system. Our team understands the challenges these cases bring and handles the legal process from start to finish.
If you were injured while walking in Keaau, you can contact Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner at (808) 537-2525. We can review the details of your accident, explain your legal options, and answer your questions.
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.