HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A man was critically injured in a motorcycle crash in Windward Oahu.

The crash happened at around 2 p.m. on Sunday, in the town-bound direction of the Pali Highway.

According to the Honolulu Emergency Medical Service, a 21-year-old motorcyclist suffered critical injuries when he reportedly lost control of his motorcycle and crashed.

Officials said the man was wearing a helmet.

EMS said it administered advanced life support and took him to the hospital for further treatment.

The town-bound lane of the Pali Highway and Kamehameha Highway near Castle Junction is closed.

Officials have asked the public to avoid the area.

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