Teen hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in Kuna. Driver cited
A high school student was hospitalized Friday after being hit by a vehicle in Kuna, according to the Ada County Sheriff’s Office and Kuna School District.
Just before 7:30 a.m., deputies in Kuna were dispatched to the intersection of North Kay and East Porter streets for a report of a crash involving the teen, Ada County Sheriff’s Deputy Lauren Montague, a spokesperson for the agency, told the Idaho Statesman.
The student was on a scooter and was struck by the vehicle at a crosswalk, according to the Kuna School District. The crash occurred within walking distance of several public schools, including Kuna High School.
Idaho News 6 first reported on the crash.
The 15-year-old was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Montague said. The driver was cited with inattentive driving, which is a misdemeanor and carries of fine of up to $300. Someone who is convicted of the charge can also be sentenced to up to 90 days in jail, under state law.
This story was originally published January 30, 2026 at 12:54 PM.
