Hawaii island police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle ATV crash that occurred late Saturday night in Honokaa.
The crash was reported at 11:35 p.m. Saturday on Mud Lane about a half mile west of Honokaa–Waipio Road, according to a news release.
Police said a man was driving a Honda four-wheel all-terrain vehicle northbound while towing a trailer when he lost control. The ATV overturned, ejecting the driver and pinning him beneath the vehicle. He was the sole occupant and was found unresponsive at the scene.
Fire and medical personnel pronounced him dead at 12:20 a.m. today. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause of death. His identity is being withheld pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
The East Hawaii Traffic Enforcement Unit is continuing the investigation. Police said speed, alcohol and drugs are not currently believed to be contributing factors.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Laurence Davis at 808-961-2339 or laurence.davis@hawaiipolice.gov. Anonymous tips may be made through Crime Stoppers at 808-961-8300.
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The death marks Hawaii island’s fourth traffic fatality of 2026, compared with five at the same time last year.