On May 7, 2025, at about 1:08 AM, a critical motor vehicle collision, involving a single moped, occurred on Kapiolani Boulevard in the Kaimuki area.
It was reported to the Honolulu Police Department, Traffic Division, Vehicular Homicide Section, that a 34-year-old female moped rider was traveling eastbound on Kapiolani Boulevard when she lost control, slid, and was ejected onto the roadway.
As a result of the collision, the 34-year-old female was transported via Emergency Medical Services to an area hospital in serious condition, where her condition deteriorated, and she was later listed in critical condition.
The 34-year-old female was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision.
At this time, alcohol appears to be a contributing factor of this collision. Speed does not appear to be a contributing factor.
The investigation is ongoing.