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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: January 18, 2024
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COUNTY OF KAUA'I
KAUA'I POLICE DEPARTMENT
TODD G. RAYBUCK - CHIEF OF POLICE
(808) 241-1600
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Traffic crash in Lāwaʻi closes Kaumualiʻi Highway
LĀWAʻI – A traffic incident that occurred shortly before 7 a.m. on Thursday resulted in the closure of Kaumualiʻi Highway near Piko Road Intersection.
At approximately 6:50 a.m., a compact SUV with a single occupant veered off Kaumualiʻi Highway and struck a utility pole. The utility pole fell and struck another passing vehicle. Police and medics responded to the scene and the driver of the SUV was transported to Wilcox Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The accident has resulted in an extended closure of the highway while crews work to restore service to the area.
Westbound traffic is being rerouted through Kōloa Road and eastbound traffic is being redirected onto Maluhia Road.
Repairs are still ongoing and it may be several hours before the Kaumualiʻi Highway is completely reopened.
The crash remains under police investigation.
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Media Contact:
If you are a member of the media with an inquiry for the Kaua‘i Police Department or its representatives, please email kpdpio@kauai.gov. Mahalo!
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