Waipahu hit-and-run leaves moped rider, 51, seriously injured
Honolulu police said a moped rider was hospitalized in serious condition after being struck from behind Friday night by an unknown vehicle in a hit-and-run incident.
Police said the collision happened at about 10:48 p.m. Friday on Farrington Highway in Waipahu.
The moped rider, a 51-year-old man, was reported to be traveling westbound on the highway’s right lane when he was rear-ended and ejected.
The motorist of the unknown vehicle continued westbound without stopping to render aid or to provide information.
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services took the moped rider to a hospital in serious condition. He was not wearing a helmet.
Police said it remains unknown at this time whether speed, drugs, or alcohol are contributing factors.
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Anyone with information should contact HPD’s traffic division at 808-723-3413.
