A KITV News story reports that criminal charges face the driver of a car that crashed in Waimanalo early Sunday morning ejecting a young passenger. The teenager is in critical condition. Police said the driver faces criminal charges.
Traffic investigators said the crash happened just after 1 a.m. on Hihimanu Street in Waimanalo.
Police said the driver may appeared to be speeding when she lost control hitting a telephone pole and a tree. The 16-year-old backseat passenger was ejected from the car. He was taken to the Queens Medical Center in critical condition. The driver, a 16-year-old female and a front seat passenger were transported in good condition.
Police said the teenagers were not wearing seat belts and alcohol appears to be a factor.Copyright 2009 by KITV.com All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
