Horrific Hit-and-Run Crash on Poplar Street Kills 71-Year-Old Walla Walla Man [Walla Walla, WA]

Walla Walla, WA (May 31, 2025) On Wednesday, a 71-year-old Walla Walla man was killed after a hit-and-run crash on Poplar Street.

According to authorities, the shocking incident happened on May 24 at the intersection of Poplar Street and 11th Avenue around 6:40 p.m.

Authorities say that the 71-year-old Walla Walla man died at the hospital on May 28, four days after the hit-and-run crash.

Officials say that a driver struck the victim while he was riding his motorcycle.

Witnesses reported that the driver who hit the motorcyclist fled the scene at high speed. One witness captured a photo of the vehicle, which helped officers locate it.

Investigators later obtained surveillance footage identifying a woman as the driver and established probable cause for her arrest.

The suspect turned herself in on May 29 and was arrested on suspicion of felony hit-and-run causing death.

Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name, and no formal charges had been filed as of Thursday evening.

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Sweet Lawyers extend their sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim. We hope you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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