US EditionNorth Shore Surfer Critically Injured in Devastating Crash Near Near Chun’s Reef
- On Saturday afternoon, June 14, 20-year-old Dakota Briley was struck and pinned between two cars on Kamehameha Highway near Chun's surf spot on Oahu's North Shore.
- At approximately 1:30 p.m., a young driver aged 18 swerved onto the eastbound shoulder, where they first struck a traffic sign before hitting Dakota and pushing him into a parked car, according to Honolulu police.
- Dakota, son of surf legend Shawn Briley, suffered multiple severe injuries including crushed legs, broken ribs, shattered pelvis, fractured skull in over eight places, and severe spinal trauma while hospitalized at Queens Medical Center.
- A GoFundMe campaign has quickly collected upwards of $115,000 to aid Dakota’s recovery, as his family and friends call for prayers and push for safety improvements like speed bumps and crosswalks near Chun’s Reef.
- Dakota remains in intensive care, fighting for his life, as loved ones express faith in his strength and call for improved road safety to prevent future incidents near the dangerous surf spot.
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