On May 30, 2021, at about 3:18 A.M., there was a fatal motor vehicle collision near the intersection of Kalakaua Avenue and Poni Moi Road in the Waikiki area.
A 39-year-old Honolulu male was traveling eastbound on Kalakaua Avenue and loses control of the vehicle, travelled off the roadway, and struck a pole and a tree.
At the time of the collision the weather was clear.
As a result of the collision, the 39-year-old male was found deceased at the scene.
At this time, speed appear to be contributing factor. It is unknown if alcohol or drugs are contributing factors.
This is the 21st Traffic Fatality on Oahu this year, as compared to 17 at the same time last year.
The investigation is ongoing.