Dakota Briley in critical condition and fighting for his life in the ICU after freak car crash…

Dakota Briley, pictured here in 2023 and tagged on Instagram at the far left, with his family. Natasha Briley/Instagram

Just this past Father’s Day weekend Dakota (20), son of legendary Pipe charger Shawn Briley, was hit by an automobile on Kamehameha Hwy presumably while putting his boards in a car.

He was taken to the hospital in critical condition and is in the ICU.

A GoFundMe account was created to address the anticipated medical bills to keep Dakota alive, his injuries are extensive: “Dakota is suffering from multiple fractures in his legs, pelvis, ribs, and skull. His spine has also endured unthinkable injuries. Thankfully his incredible medical team were able to stabilize his legs and are now working tirelessly on multiple surgeries to the rest of his body.”

Dakota’s brother Ryder shared: “At times he appears as so solid, it’s hard to handle, but I know that his stubbornness, strength and the fight he has in him is what is going to get him through this. We believe he will get through this. He has a lot more battles to fight through, and if anyone can do it…it’s Dakota.”

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The young surfer is currently hospitalized. Ryder Briley/Instagram

Fundraiser by Haunani Sullivan : Support Dakota Briley’s Fight for His Life

Dakota Briley, the son of Pipeline surfing great Shawn Briley, is “fighting for his life” following a devastating incident over the weekend. Ryder Briley/Instagram

Our SNN Ohana is praying for power and strength, faith and hope for Dakota and his family…. wishing him Godspeed to a full recovery.