Woman arrested after hit-and-run injures pedestrian in Eagle, Idaho

21-year-old Samantha Walker charged with felony for leaving the scene of an accident

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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A 21-year-old woman was arrested by Eagle Police on Thursday evening after she allegedly struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk and fled the scene, leaving the man with significant but non-life-threatening injuries. Witnesses reported the driver did not stop, and Boise Police later located and stopped the suspect vehicle about an hour later, leading to the arrest of Samantha Walker.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run incidents are a serious public safety concern, as they leave injured victims without immediate medical attention and can undermine trust in the community. This case highlights the importance of responsible driving and the consequences for those who fail to remain at the scene of an accident.

The details

According to police, the crash occurred around 5:00 p.m. near the intersection of S. Edgewood Lane and Hill Road in Eagle, Idaho. Witnesses reported the driver, later identified as Samantha Walker, struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk and then fled westbound on Hill Road. The injured pedestrian was transported to a local hospital for treatment of significant but non-life-threatening injuries. About an hour later, Boise Police located and stopped Walker's vehicle, leading to her arrest on a felony charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in injury or death.

  • The crash occurred around 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
  • About an hour after the incident, Boise Police located and stopped the suspect vehicle.

The players

Samantha Walker

A 21-year-old woman who was arrested and charged with a felony for leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in injury.

Eagle Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to the hit-and-run incident, located the suspect, and made the arrest.

Boise Police

The law enforcement agency that located and stopped the suspect vehicle about an hour after the incident, leading to the arrest.

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What’s next

The investigation into the incident remains ongoing, and the judge will determine whether to allow Samantha Walker to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of responsible driving and the consequences for those who fail to remain at the scene of an accident, as hit-and-run incidents can have serious implications for public safety and community trust.