Kaumuali‘i Highway became the scene of a somber interruption this past Sunday as a pedestrian incident prompted road closure and police investigation. According to a report from Kauaʻi Government officials, a man was hit by a vehicle while he attempted to cross the highway in Kekaha.
The incident, which occurred near Elepaio Road at approximately 7:20 p.m., involved a 2020 Nissan SUV and a 79-year-old pedestrian from Princeville. Faced with serious injuries, the man was swiftly transported to Wilcox Medical Center, where he remains in stable condition. Subsequent to the accident, traffic came to a halt in both directions of the highway for about an hour and 45 minutes, as Kauaʻi Police Department's Traffic Safety Section took the lead on the scene for investigation purposes.
A deeper look into the situation reveals that neither speed nor impairment is considered a part of the cause at this stage. The Kauaʻi Police Department is continuing with their probe to understand the full circumstances surrounding the event. They have taken a step to reach out to the community, requesting any witnesses to come forward with information.
Community members with knowledge of the incident are being urged to contact Officer Henshaw directly at 808-241-1616, for those who prefer to share insights on a non-confidential basis. Alternatively, it's possible to impart information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers Kauaʻi at 808-246-8300, submitting a tip through their website, or by using the Crime Stoppers Kauaʻi P3 Tips Mobile App. The Kauaʻi police highly value such community cooperation for the advancement of their investigative endeavors.
