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Woman, 37, critically injured in Kaimuki moped crash

A 37-year-old moped rider was seriously injured after she hit a light pole in Kaimuki early today.

The crash occurred on 16th Avenue at about 1:55 a.m.

Police said the rider was driving north on the roadway when, for unknown reasons, she lost control, hit a curb and struck a light pole. The woman was thrown onto the roadway upon impact.

Police said she was taken in critical condition to a hospital. Her condition later improved to serious condition.

Police noted she was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

It’s unknown at this time whether speed, alcohol or drugs were factors.

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