A teenage driver is in serious condition after crashing into a tree in Honolulu, a bad outcome for the girl and her family.

• A 16-year-old girl lost control of her car and hit a tree just before 6 p.m.
• The crash happened at Ala Moana Boulevard and Piikoi Street.
• Paramedics treated her at the scene and took her to the hospital in serious condition.
• No other vehicles or injuries were reported.

Outlook: Police are expected to look into what caused her to lose control.