Monday, March 18, 2024

Vehicle vs Pedestrian crash Highway 12 at 3rd Avenue North, Lewiston

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District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 750-9300
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For Immediate Release: 03/18/24 7:25 PM
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Idaho State Police investigated a vehicle versus pedestrian collision in Lewiston, Idaho, which occurred at 5:00 pm on March 15, 2024.

A 36-year-old male from Lewiston was walking in the crosswalk, eastbound, across US Highway 12 and 3rd Avenue North. A 57-year-old male driving westbound in a white dodge pickup from 3rd avenue North made a left turn, striking the pedestrian. The preliminary investigation indicates the Dodge failed to yield the right of way to the pedestrian. The pedestrian was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital for serious injuries. The driver of the Dodge was cited and released.

Traffic was blocked in the westbound lanes for approximately 30 minutes to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene.

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

Fatal crash EB SH53 near MP5 just west of Rathdrum

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District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
(208) 209-8620
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For Immediate Release: 02/28/2024 10:30 am
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal collision that occurred at 3:46 PM on 3/17/24 in Kootenai County, Idaho. The crash occurred on State Highway 53 near mile post 5, just west of Rathdrum.

A 25 year old male, from Post Falls, Idaho, was driving a blue 1994 Ford Bronco, eastbound on State Highway 53, when he went left of center and entered the westbound lane. A 24 year old female, from Spokane Valley, Washington, driving a 2009 Toyota Camry, was traveling westbound on State Highway 53. The Ford Bronco struck the Toyota Camry head-on.

The driver of the Ford Bronco was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle. The driver of the Bronco was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the Toyota Camry was wearing her seatbelt and was transported to the hospital via ground ambulance.

State Highway 53 was blocked for approximately 2 hours. The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.



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Highway 53 blocked west of Rathdrum, ID

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District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
(208) 209-8620
Fax (208) 209-8619

For Immediate Release: 3/17/24 : 3:58pm
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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a multi-vehicle crash in the area of SH53 and Chase Rd, west of Rathdrum, ID. The highway is blocked at this time. Please avoid the area and find safe, alternate routes if possible. Thank you!

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Saturday, March 16, 2024

Rollover Crash Claims One West of Mountain Home

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 03/16/2024 06:18 P.M.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash that occurred westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 83 in Elmore County, at approximately 2:51 P.M. on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

A 45-year-old male from Filer, was traveling westbound on Interstate 84 in a 2003 Ford Expedition when the rear passenger side tire blew. The vehicle exited the roadway off the right shoulder, rolled, and came to rest in a field.

There were six occupants in the vehicle; three adults and three juveniles. One of the juveniles succumbed to injuries at the scene. Three of the occupants were transported via air ambulance to a local hospital. The other two were transported via ground ambulance to a local hospital.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Thursday, March 14, 2024

Two Vehicle Injury Crash South of Nampa

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 03/14/24 06:06 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle injury crash that occurred on Thursday March 14, 2024, at 12:41 PM, at the intersection of Powerline Road and Deer Flat Road, in Canyon County.

A 73-year-old female from Nampa, with an 88-year-old female passenger, also from Nampa, was driving south on Powerline Road in a 2017 Toyota Camry. A 51-year-old male from Nampa, was driving west on Deer Flat Road in a 2022 GMC Sierra, pulling a 2021 Texas Pride Trailer. The Camry pulled out into the intersection where the GMC collided with it.

The driver of the Camry was transported by air ambulance to a local hospital. The passenger was transported by ground ambulance. The driver of the GMC was taken by personal vehicle to a local hospital. All occupants were wearing their seatbelts.

The intersection was blocked for approximately three and a half hours to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Don't Tempt Fate on St. Patrick's Day - Get a Sober Ride Home

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Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642

Media inquiries: 208-884-7122


Don't Tempt Fate on St. Patrick's Day - Get a Sober Ride Home

MERIDIAN, Idaho - As the excitement of St. Patrick's Day approaches, the Idaho State Police (ISP) emphasizes the importance of arranging a sober ride home. From March 14th to 18th, law enforcement agencies across the state will team up with the Idaho Transportation Department's Office of Highway Safety (OHS) to bolster patrols and discourage impaired driving.

Throughout the years, St. Patrick's Day has tragically become one of the deadliest periods on our nation's roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, between 2017 and 2021, 272 lives were lost in drunk driving accidents during this holiday period.

At a local level, throughout 2022, OHS data reveals 1,799 impaired driving crashes in Idaho, resulting in the loss of 110 lives. During this time, law enforcement made 7,781 DUI arrests statewide. These statistics emphasize the importance of getting a sober ride home - not only on St. Patrick's Day but throughout the year.

"Taking a moment to plan for a sober ride can make all the difference in ensuring a safe celebration for everyone," emphasizes ISP Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Kelley, underscoring the critical importance of proactive planning and responsible decision-making during festive occasions. "Don't tempt fate on St. Patrick's Day; get a sober ride home."

Combatting impaired driving is a collective responsibility. If a friend insists on driving under the influence, intervene and find them a sober ride. Additionally, if you plan on consuming substances that could impair your driving abilities, plan for a safe ride home.

The funding for additional patrols targeting impaired driving enforcement on St. Patrick's Day is made possible through a grant from OHS and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For further resources on preventing impaired driving, please visit shift-idaho.org/beheretomorrow/.


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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Semi Hits a School Bus East of Cambridge

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 03/11/2024 03:12 A.M.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash involving a school bus that occurred on Monday March 11th, 2024, at approximately 4:52 p.m. northbound on US95 at milepost 115 in Washington County.

A 67-year-old male from Midvale, was traveling northbound on US95 in a 2016 school bus, transporting two juveniles. While the bus was temporarily stopped for unloading, it was struck from behind by a 2024 Peterbilt semi-truck and trailer being driven by a 56-year-old male from Stites. The school bus overturned and both vehicles came to rest in the roadway.

The drivers of the school bus and semi-truck were transported via ground ambulance to a local hospital. The two juveniles were transported via personal vehicle to a local hospital.

The highway was completely blocked for approximately five hours.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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