Boise, ID (June 18, 2026) – Three people were injured in separate accidents across Boise on Wednesday morning within less than two hours, according to police.
The first accident happened around 8 a.m. near Rose Hill St and Roosevelt St when an adult woman riding an e-scooter collided with a vehicle after failing to yield. She was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and received a citation for failure to yield.
About 90 minutes later, a driver turning left at Grove St and 16th St struck an adult woman crossing in a crosswalk. She was taken to a hospital with injuries that appeared non-life-threatening, and the driver was cited for failure to yield. A third collision occurred at 9:46 a.m. near 13th St and River St when a driver turning north struck an adult man crossing the street.
The investigation into the third wreck remains ongoing, and no citation has been issued at the time of the report. We are thinking of those hurt and hoping they continue to recover.
How Pedestrian and E-Scooter Safety Can Help Prevent Roadway Injuries
Pedestrian and e-scooter safety depends on awareness from everyone sharing the road. Drivers should check crosswalks carefully before turning, while people walking or riding should remain alert to nearby vehicles.
Turning movements can create risks because drivers may focus on traffic flow and fail to notice someone crossing nearby. E-scooter and bicycle riders can also move quickly, which may make it harder for drivers to react in time.
Following traffic rules, using marked crossings, and maintaining attention can reduce the chance of serious roadway harm. Warmer months often bring more people outdoors, making awareness between drivers and other road users especially important.
