17-year-old Jessica Sprinkle died, three injured in car crash involving tractor-trailer on Hawaii Island, 24th traffic fatality this year, 60% increase from last year.

Jessica Sprinkle, a 17-year-old from Waikoloa, died in a car crash on Hawaii Island when her Chevrolet Spark was struck by a tractor-trailer while making a left turn. Three passengers were seriously injured, with two airlifted for further treatment. The truck driver, 59, was unharmed. This incident is the 24th traffic fatality on the Big Island this year, reflecting a 60% increase compared to last year, prompting safety reminders from police.