KAHULUI, Maui (Local News Wire) – A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Maui Veterans Highway Thursday morning.
The incident occurred just before 7:45 a.m. near Maui Baseyard Road. According to authorities, 33-year-old Logan Ladwig was riding a 2022 Yamaha MT-03 motorcycle northbound when he collided with the rear of another vehicle.
Witnesses reported that Ladwig was speeding and weaving through traffic prior to the impact. He was ejected from the motorcycle and landed on the roadway.
Authorities confirmed that he died at the scene, with no other injuries reported. Investigators noted that Ladwig was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, and speed is believed to be a contributing factor.
This incident marks the fourth traffic-related fatality in Maui County for 2024. The roadway was partially closed while responders and investigators worked at the scene.