KAPOLEI, HI (Island News) – A 28-year-old man died in a high-speed collision on Farrington Highway late Monday night, May 25, 2026.
Chad-Joseph Mercado of Waianae was identified by the City and County of Honolulu Department of the Medical Examiner. His cause and manner of death are currently pending.
The crash occurred at approximately 11:55 p.m. while Mercado was traveling eastbound. He reportedly rear-ended another vehicle, leading to his ejection onto the roadway. Mercado was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities believe speed was a contributing factor in the incident. This marks Oahu's 16th traffic fatality of 2026.
No additional details regarding other vehicles or injuries have been released. The investigation is ongoing.