Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash in Wahiawa
A man died early Sunday morning after crashing his speeding motorcycle on Kamehameha Highway in Wahiawa, according to authorities.
The incident occurred at about 3 a.m. when the man, traveling north on the highway at a high rate of speed, attempted to overtake a vehicle by entering the southbound lane. He lost control while trying to return to the northbound lane and struck a concrete curb north of Kilani Avenue.
- The motorcyclist was ejected onto the road and pronounced dead at the scene.
- He was estimated to be in his 40s by Honolulu Emergency Medical Services officials.
- The man was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash, but it is unknown if drugs or alcohol contributed.
Author's summary: Man dies after speeding motorcycle crash.