Police identify victim as search continues for suspect in fatal hit-and-run in Waipahu

Police identify victim as search continues for suspect in fatal hit-and-run in Waipahu

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A pedestrian who was killed in a motor vehicle collision on Kupuohi Street, near Polina Place, in the Waipahu area early Sunday morning has been identified.

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The Honolulu Medical Examiner identified the victim as 25-year-old woman Tiana Nagadome.

It was reported to the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) that an unidentified motorist was traveling northbound on Kupuohi Street when it struck Nagadome who was in the roadway – outside of a marked crosswalk – at about 1:56 a.m.

The unidentified motorist continued traveling northbound on Kupuohi Street, without stopping to render aid or provide information.

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As a result of the collision, Nagadome was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to police, speed does not appear to be a contributing factor at this time. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs were involved.

This is the 32nd traffic fatality on Oahu this year, compared to 68 at the same time in 2025.

Anyone with information is urged to contact HPDʻs Traffic Division at (808) 723-3413.

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