E-scooter rider, 54, critically hurt in Kalihi crash
A 54-year-old man is in critical condition after a collision with a car as he was riding an electric scooter in Kalihi, according to police.
The incident occurred at about 7:15 p.m. Tuesday on Palama Street near Lakimela Lane.
Police said that a 30-year-old man was attempting to reverse his car into a private driveway on Palama Street when the scooter rider collided with his passenger-side taillight while trying to go around the rear.
The e-scooter rider then lost control and was thrown onto the road.
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and provided advanced life support for the man, who suffered a head injury. He was rushed to a trauma hospital in critical condition.
The driver remained on the scene, and was not injured, police said. The e-scooter rider was not wearing a helmet.
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At this time, neither speed, drugs nor alcohol appear to be contributing factors in this collision.
The investigation is ongoing.