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WAIKIKI, Honolulu County, Hawaii, Nov. 7, 2026 — A pedestrian was critically injured on Friday afternoon, November 6, in a crash near the Honolulu Zoo parking lot in Waikiki. The woman was struck by a vehicle on Kapahulu Avenue, according to Honolulu Emergency Medical Services.
The crash was reported around 3:45 p.m. near the zoo lot on Kapahulu Avenue, EMS said. Responding crews treated a woman believed to be in her 60s who had suffered a head injury. EMS personnel gave her advanced life support at the scene before taking her to a hospital in critical condition.
Few other details have been released. It is not yet known what led to the crash, whether charges are expected, or whether speed or impairment played any role. No agency has publicly addressed fault as of this writing.
The Honolulu Police Department has not released additional information on the crash. This report will be updated if further details become available.
We hope everyone involved is okay, and we will share more as details are confirmed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can drivers lower the chances of striking someone on foot?
Slowing down near parking lots, crosswalks and driveways, and staying alert for people stepping between parked cars, gives drivers more time to stop. Scanning both directions before turning or backing up also helps, especially in areas with heavy foot traffic like tourist districts.
What injuries do pedestrians usually suffer in these crashes?
Head injuries, broken bones and internal injuries are common, since a person on foot has no protection against the impact of a vehicle. Severity typically depends on the vehicle's speed and where the person is struck.
Does vehicle speed change the outcome for a pedestrian who is hit?
Yes. Even modest reductions in speed lower the force of impact and improve a pedestrian's chance of survival, which is why speed matters most in areas where cars and pedestrians share close space, like parking lots and crosswalks.
