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Man, 63, dies after crashing into H1 Freeway off-ramp in Makiki

Glenn Honda | March 16, 2026 |

HONOLULU, HI – A man was killed in a single-vehicle wreck in the Makiki area early Sunday morning, according to the Honolulu Police Department.

The 63-year-old victim was driving westbound on the H-1 Freeway when the crash took place at about 4:18 a.m. A preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle struck the center concrete median and the driver lost control. The vehicle then collided into the wall of the Vineyard Boulevard off-ramp.

The driver was taken to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Police do not believe speed was a contributing factor in the incident, but have yet to determine whether drugs or alcohol were involved.

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Author Glenn T. Honda

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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