HAWAII, HI, (May 15, 2026) – Hawaii Island police have released additional details regarding a double-fatal motor vehicle collision Friday night on Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Authorities said a westbound 2018 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck lost control while navigating a curve near mile marker 13 before crossing into the eastbound lane and colliding head-on with a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 towing a trailer carrying a mini excavator.
A backseat passenger in the Toyota, identified as 24-year-old Jadelyn Cariaga of Hilo, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said a second passenger, a 29-year-old resident of Pahoa, also died in the collision.
Two other individuals involved in the crash, including another passenger in the Toyota and the driver of the Dodge Ram, suffered serious injuries and were airlifted to The Queen’s Medical Center for treatment. The Toyota driver and a passenger in the Dodge sustained injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash and are asking anyone with information to contact authorities at 808-961-2339.
