Police Investigation Fatal Mountain ViewTraffic Incident

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Hilo, Hawaii
South Glenwood Road
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Incident type
Crash, Motorcycle

Summary

Motorcycle Crash Hilo Hawaii in Hilo, Hawaii: A 2023 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle traveling southbound on South Glenwood Road collided head‐on with a 2014 Mazda sedan that was traveling northbound. The collision occurred in a blind hill area of the road and resulted in the death of the motorcyclist, Tyler Napoleon, who was not wearing a helmet. The sedan driver was unharmed. Police are investigating speed and reckless driving as possible causes.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Tyler Napoleon Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Police Investigation Fatal Mountain ViewTraffic Incident | KWXX - Hilo, HI

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