Teen driver killed in Pali Highway crash identified

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Pali Highway
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Honolulu Hawaii in Honolulu, Hawaii: A 16‑year‑old driver named Kalena Abelmann was killed when her vehicle lost control on Pali Highway and crashed into a concrete barrier, went airborne, dropped about 50 feet, and was thrown into a ravine below. The crash occurred Thursday morning in Honolulu, Hawaii. Police reported that Abelmann was speeding, not wearing a seat belt, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Kalena Abelmann Driver Fatal

Original reporting

Teen driver killed in Pali Highway crash identified | Hawaii News Now

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