Police detail what led to a serious moped crash on Keeaumoku

A 29-year-old woman was critically injured in the early morning collision in Honolulu.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

A 29-year-old woman was seriously injured in an early Sunday morning moped crash on Keeaumoku Street near Liona Street in Honolulu. Police say she veered onto the sidewalk and hit a cement wall, and she was not wearing a helmet. Honolulu EMS rushed her to the hospital in critical condition, and she has since been upgraded to serious condition as the investigation continues.

Why it matters

Moped and motorcycle crashes are a persistent public safety issue in Honolulu, with many incidents involving riders not wearing helmets or operating their vehicles recklessly. This crash highlights the need for continued education and enforcement around safe moped and motorcycle operation.

The details

According to police, the 29-year-old woman was operating a moped on Keeaumoku Street when she veered onto the sidewalk and collided with a cement wall. She was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Honolulu EMS responded and transported her to the hospital in critical condition, though her condition has since been upgraded to serious.

  • The incident occurred early Sunday morning, February 16, 2026.

The players

Honolulu Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the moped crash.

Honolulu Emergency Medical Services

The emergency medical responders who transported the injured moped rider to the hospital.

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What’s next

The Honolulu Police Department will continue its investigation into the cause of the crash and determine if any charges will be filed against the moped rider.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of moped and motorcycle riders wearing proper safety gear like helmets to protect themselves in the event of a crash. It also highlights the need for continued public education and enforcement around safe riding practices in Honolulu.