Single-vehicle crash marks Hawaii Island’s 26th traffic fatality in 2026
HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii Island police are investigating a deadly crash in Mountain View.
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Police said the single-vehicle collision happened around 10:07 p.m. Friday on North Kulani Road, just south of Stainback Highway.
Investigators said a 1998 Toyota pickup truck was traveling south when the driver lost control, went onto the right shoulder, struck a tree and overturned.
The driver, who was the only person in the vehicle, was found unresponsive at the scene.
Fire and medical crews attempted lifesaving measures, but he was pronounced dead around 10:32 p.m.
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His identity is being withheld pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause of death.
Police said speed, not wearing a seatbelt, alcohol and/or drugs are believed to be factors in the crash.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Johnathan Rapoza at 808-961-2339 or Crime Stoppers at 808-961-8300.
Police said this is the 26th traffic fatality on Hawaii Island this year, compared with 17 at the same time last year.
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