A pedestrian is currently in serious condition after a vehicle struck him in Waikiki on Sunday night, with local news outlets reporting on the collision that took place near a well-known intersection in the bustling tourist area. According to KITV, the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. at the corner of Saratoga Road and Kalia Road; emergency responders attended the scene where they found the 58-year-old man injured.
The condition of the man was severe and he was promptly provided medical assistance at the scene before being transported to a local hospital. Meanwhile, Honolulu Police Department, as noted by Hawaii News Now, have begun their investigation into the crash, which adds another unfortunate statistic to the toll of pedestrian-related traffic incidents.
The investigation is trying to figure out what caused the man to be hit by the car. Several factors, like the car's speed, the pedestrian's awareness, and the lighting at the intersection, all play a role. Authorities are yet to release further information regarding the driver of the vehicle or if any charges will be filed in relation to the incident, as per Hawaii News Now.
