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Man critically injured when car crashes into pole, guardrail along Pali Highway

Glenn Honda | July 30, 2025 |

HONOLULU, HI – A driver was critically injured in a collision on Pali Highway on Monday night, according to a news release from the Honolulu Police Department.

The single-vehicle crash occurred near Waokanaka Street in the Nuuanu area at about 9:17 p.m. It was reported to the police department’s Traffic Division that a driver was going south on Pali Highway in lane #2 when there was a blowout in the car’s front left tire. The driver lost control and the vehicle crashed into a traffic pole, then continued moving forward until it struck a guardrail and came to rest.

The motorist, a 30-year-old man, was rushed to an area hospital by Emergency Medical Services. He was reported to be in critical condition.

Investigators believe speed was a contributing factor in the wreck but have yet to determine whether drugs or alcohol were involved.

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For over 29 years, attorney Glenn Honda has helped people injured in accidents throughout Hawaii get the best outcome for their case, whether it’s maximizing their settlement, or balancing costs and risks vs. putting the whole experience behind them. As the founding attorney of the Recovery Law Center, he is passionate about helping his clients with their physical, emotional and financial recovery. Mr. Honda will fight to get you coverage for your medical bills, lost wages, damaged property and other costs related to your accident.

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