A bicyclist was severely injured after being struck by a vehicle this morning in a hit-and-run incident within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
National Park Service law enforcement officers have launched an investigation and urge anyone with information to come forward.
The incident occurred around 9:20 a.m. today within the park’s boundaries at the intersection of Highway 11 and the road to Namakanipaio Campground.
The vehicle was described by witnesses as a gold-colored sedan.
The bicyclist is a 70-year-old male from Volcano.
Witnesses and anyone with information are urged to contact Officer Meagan Kubojiri at (808) 985-6170 or email Meagan_Kubojii@nps.gov.
Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call the NPS tip line at (888) 653-0009 or email nps_isb@nps.gov.