A 76-year-old woman was left in critical condition following a hit-and-run incident reported in Waipahu yesterday morning. According to KITV, the collision happened around 7:39 a.m. at the junction of Farrington Hwy and Pahu St. A 55-year-old man, later identified as Sione Manupule, was driving eastbound when he struck the woman as he made a right turn onto Pahu St.
Witnesses reported that Manupule initially stopped after the incident but then decided to quickly leave the scene, heading southbound on Pahu St. without offering help or information to the injured pedestrian. The woman was subsequently transported to a local hospital to receive urgent care for her injuries. As reported by Hawaii News Now, despite the catastrophic outcome, authorities have ruled out speed, drugs, and alcohol as contributing factors in the crash.
Following the incident, Honolulu Police undertook a search for the driver, successfully locating Manupule and arresting him on charges of Collision Involving Death or Serious Bodily Injury. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision and the reasons for Manupule's attempted flight from the scene are a central part of the ongoing investigation.
The Honolulu Police Department is earnestly asking for anyone with additional information to come forward to aid their inquiry. Individuals can reach out to the Traffic Division at (808) 723-3413. As the investigation continues to unfold, updates are expected to be provided by local authorities, with the 76-year-old woman's condition being closely monitored due to its severity.
