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Anahola Today
By the People, for the People
Moped Rider Dies in Anahola Highway Collision
Kauai police investigate fatal crash between car and moped on Kuhio Highway.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:10pm
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The aftermath of a fatal collision between a moped and car on Kauai's Kuhio Highway exposes the harsh realities of road safety on the island.Anahola TodayA 38-year-old Kapa'a man was killed in a collision between his moped and a car on Kuhio Highway in Anahola, Kauai on Wednesday evening. The driver of the car, a 77-year-old man, was making a left turn into a marketplace when the crash occurred. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident.
Why it matters
This tragic accident highlights the dangers that moped and motorcycle riders face on Hawaii's roads, especially when they are not wearing proper safety gear like helmets. Kauai has seen an increase in traffic fatalities in recent years, raising concerns about road safety and enforcement.
The details
According to police, the crash occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday when the 77-year-old driver of a Toyota sedan was making a left turn into the Anahola Marketplace from Kuhio Highway. The moped, operated by 38-year-old Tristen Kuehu, struck the side of the car. Kuehu sustained fatal injuries at the scene. Kuhio Highway was closed for about two and a half hours while police investigated the incident. Toxicology results are pending to determine if impairment was a factor.
- The crash occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.
- Kuhio Highway was closed for approximately two and a half hours following the incident.
The players
Tristen Kuehu
A 38-year-old man from Kapa'a, Kauai who was fatally injured in the collision while operating a moped.
77-year-old man
The driver of the 2012 Toyota sedan who was making a left turn into the Anahola Marketplace when the crash occurred.
Kauai Police Department (KPD)
The local law enforcement agency that responded to the scene and is investigating the fatal crash.
What’s next
Kauai police are continuing their investigation into the crash and are awaiting toxicology results to determine if impairment was a factor. They are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward with information.
The takeaway
This tragic accident underscores the importance of road safety, especially for vulnerable road users like moped and motorcycle riders. It also highlights the need for continued efforts to improve traffic enforcement and infrastructure on Kauai to prevent such devastating crashes in the future.
