A hit-and-run driver left a woman in her 40s critically hurt in Halawa Heights, which is bad news for her and raises safety concerns for the area.

• The driver hit the woman early in the morning and left without stopping.
• She was found lying in the middle of the road and taken to the hospital in critical condition.
• Police do not believe speed or drugs played a role.
• The driver has not been identified and remains at large.

Outlook: Police are continuing to investigate and search for the driver responsible.