Sunday, November 29, 2009

Update: One-Vehicle Rollover Near Eden Claims One

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Captain Kedrick Wills at (208)324-6000 or (208)736-3070

For Immediate Release: <11/29/09 1:02 p.m.>
Contact: <Trooper Clausing>

Update Update Update Update Update

If anybody has any information regarding this crash, please contact the Idaho State Police immediately.

Update Update Update Update Update

On Sunday, November 29, 2009, at 6:07 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle fatality crash at milepost 185 on Interstate 84 with assistance from Jerome County Sheriff's Office. Omar Labra-Barrera, 22 years old, of Ammon, was travelling westbound on Interstate 84 when, for unknown reasons, his vehicle went off the road. Labra-Barrera's vehicle rolled, and he was ejected. Labra-Barrera was not wearing a seat belt and was pronounced dead on scene. Alcohol was not believed to be a factor in this crash. The crash is under investigation by Troopers Chris Clausing and Sean Walker. Notifications to the family have been made.

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One-Vehicle Rollover Near Eden Claims One

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Captain Kedrick Wills at (208)324-6000 or (208)736-3070

For Immediate Release: <11/29/09 1:02 p.m.>
Contact: <Trooper Clausing>

On Sunday, November 29, 2009, at 6:07 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle fatality crash at milepost 185 on Interstate 84 with assistance from Jerome County Sheriff's Office. Omar Labra-Barrera, 22 years old, of Ammon, was travelling westbound on Interstate 84 when, for unknown reasons, his vehicle went off the road. Labra-Barrera's vehicle rolled, and he was ejected. Labra-Barrera was not wearing a seat belt and was pronounced dead on scene. Alcohol was not believed to be a factor in this crash. The crash is under investigation by Troopers Chris Clausing and Sean Walker. Notifications to the family have been made.

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Saturday, November 28, 2009

One-Vehicle Rollover near Wendell

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Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Captain Kedrick Wills at (208)324-6000 or (208)736-3070

For Immediate Release: 11-28-09 9:30pm
Contact: Trp Travis DeBie

On Saturday, November 28, 2009, at 6:30p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle rollover just east of Wendell. Micah Spillman, age 23 from Hyrum, UT, was driving east on Interstate 84 near the 150 mile marker, when he swerved to miss a deer in the road. He overcorrected, drove off the roadway, then drove back on the roadway where the Honda Element he was driving flipped. The vehicle came to rest in the roadway on its wheels. Spillman and his passenger, 21 year old Catherine Spillman of Logan, UT, were both wearing seatbelts and were not injured. Speed was a factor in this crash.

The crash is under investigation by Trooper Travis DeBie with assistance from Trooper Troy DeBie, Trooper M. Wendler, Gooding County Sheriff's Office and Wendell City Police Department.

In addition, two more crashes occurred as a result of vehicles running over debris from the initial crash. The debris caused minor damage to both cars. Gooding County Sheriff's Office handled these crashes.

Idaho State Police would like to remind everyone, during this holiday season, to take your time, slow down and wear your seatbelt. Arrive safely at your destination.


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Two vehicle fatality crash near Payette

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(208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 11/28/09 20:30 P.M.
Contact: Trooper Chase

On November 28, 2009, at 8:58 A.M., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash at the intersection of us95 and northeast 21st avenue near Payette. The Idaho State Police was assisted by Payette City Police, Payette County Sheriff, Fire and Emergency Medical Services. The Idaho Transportation Department assisted with traffic control.

Patsy King, 82 years old, of Payette, ID, was traveling west on 21st avenue in a 1997 Subaru Outback when she approached a stop sign at the intersection of US95. King either did not stop or stopped and did not yield as she turned south onto US95. King's vehicle was struck broadside on the driver's side by a semi truck traveling north on US95, driven by Apolonio Gonzalez, 48 years old, of Caldwell, ID. Upon impact, both vehicles went off the west side of US95. The semi came to rest in a parking lot and the Subaru went through a split rail fence before coming to rest.

Patsy King and her passenger, Michael King, 64 years old, of Payette, ID, succumbed to their injuries at the scene. Patsy was wearing her seatbelt, but Michael was not wearing his seatbelt. Nobody was ejected from the vehicle. Apolonio Gonzalez was wearing his seatbelt and was not injured in the crash.

This crash is being investigated by Trooper Chase with assistance from Troopers Bake, Turnbull and Avery.


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Three Vehicle Injury Crash on the Connector

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For Immediate Release: 11/28/09 6:15 a.m.
Contact: Sgt. Kelley

On November 28, 2009 at 2:17 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a three-vehicle injury crash westbound on I184 at the Flying Wye flyover.

Mohammad I. Mohammad Ewaz, 45 of Boise, was traveling westbound on I184 in a 1999 Nissan Altima when he lost control of his vehicle and struck the right side guardrail. Michael Barnett, 39 of Boise, was also traveling westbound in a 2004 Ford Taurus, when his vehicle struck the Nissan, then the left side guardrail. A third vehicle involved was a 1992 Ford Explorer, driven by Amanda Lander, 21 of Meridian. Lander swerved to avoid the Nissan, losing control, and striking the left side guardrail.

Mohammad Ewaz, Barnett, and a passenger in Barnett's vehicle were all transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center with non life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash was driving too fast for road conditions.

This crash was investigated by Sgt. Kelley with the Idaho State Police. Sgt. Kelley was assisted at the scene by the Boise Police and Fire Department and Ada County Paramedics.

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Injury Crash Old Highway 7 milepost 4

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Regional Communication Center - North
602 W. Prairie
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 772-6055 FAX: (208) 772-8244

CASE # L09001059

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DATE: 11/27/09 TIME: 8:16 pm LOCATION: NB Old Highway 7 milepost 4

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Cpl Larsen

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Tpr Snell, Idaho County, Grangeville Ambulance

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER - James S. West AGE - 45
ADDRESS - Kamiah, Idaho
INJURIES - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN - Grangeville / later flighted to Spokane, WA
VEHICLE YEAR - 2000 VEHICLE MAKE ? Ford VEHICLE MODEL ? Quad Pickup
WRECKER ? Dales Rescue Towing
SEATBELTS WORN? - No


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: James West was towing a horse trailer traveling Northbound on Old Highway 7 and negotiating a curve when his trailer went off of the right shoulder. His vehicle then went partially off the right shoulder. The horse trailer rolled and his truck rolled several times. West was ejected from his vehicle and was not wearing a seatbelt. Alcohol is suspected and investigation continues.

SUPERVISOR - Sgt. Doty

DSP INITIALS - JHO
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Wrong Way Driver Causes Three Vehicle Crash Near Blacks Creek

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For Immediate Release: 11/28/2009 03:30 A.M.
Contact: Trooper Murakami

On Friday, November 27, 2009 at 9:51 P.M., Idaho State Police investigated a multi-vehicle crash that occurred at milepost 64, near Blacks Creek on Interstate 84. William G. Martin, 52 years old, of Boise was traveling southbound on Blacks Creek road in a 2008 Ford Econo Van. Martin unintentionally turned onto the west bound lanes and continued to travel eastbound in the westbound lanes. Martin attempted to make a u-turn when he was struck by a 2007 Honda Civic driven by Peter C. Rose, 28 years of Everett, Washington. The impact caused Martin's van to overturn onto its side. Shortly after the initial impact, Rose's vehicle was struck by a 1997 Ford Expedition driven by Ling Yuan Leow, 25 years of age, of Mountain Home. Rose was transported to St. Luke's Downtown with minor injuries and later released. The other two drivers received no injuries. All drivers were wearing seatbelts. Traffic was temporarily diverted while the crash was investigated. Weather and driving too fast for conditions were a factor in this crash.
Idaho State Police Trooper Murakami investigated this crash with the assistance from Idaho Transportation Department.

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Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Road Safe Dec 5

The Idaho State Police will be holding another Road Safe Class on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. The class will be held at the Idaho State Police Region Office at 615 W. Wilbur Ave. in Coeur d Alene. (Meeting Room A & B)

This is the seventh year that this award-winning program has been offered year round to the public.

This is a classroom setting designed to educate drivers of all ages on the typical problems associated with winter road conditions in Idaho. The class consists of a power point presentation and video on safe driving tips as well as to prepare for the winter driving season. Other topics discussed will be how to deal with aggressive drivers on the roadways, DUIs, and other driving problems and situations. The class will last for approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

No cost for the class.

PLEASE CALL Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at (208) 209-8620 to reserve a seat. Class size is limited to 60 people, so call early.

Monday, November 23, 2009

I15 Traffic Stop Near Inkom Leads to Drug Seizure and Arrest

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Region 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2203
(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 233-7451

For Immediate Release: 11/23/2009 2:48PM
Contact: Captain Eric Dayley

On November 21, 2009, at approximately 12:43 pm hours, the Idaho State Police stopped Kelly O. Briscoe, a 52 year old Pocatello resident, for a traffic infraction on I-15 near Inkom. A subsequent investigation lead to the arrest of Briscoe for felony drug trafficking. It was discovered that Briscoe was in possession of over 10 pounds of suspected marijuana. Briscoe was also arrested for driving under the influence and possession of drug paraphernalia. Briscoe was incarcerated at the Bannock County Jail.


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Driver Safety Story

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For Immediate Release: 11/23/2009 2:00pm
Contact: Captain Kedrick Wills

Driving safely... so easy everyone should do it

Many think aggressive drivers are only those who display their aggression with such acts as tailgating, cutting in front of other vehicles, or expressing their impatience with rude hand-gestures or verbal harangues. While these acts certainly are among the most egregious forms of aggressive driving, Corporal Aaron Bingham and Trooper Tyler Barrett of the Idaho State Police say motorists driving over the speed limit, driving a vehicle without properly functioning equipment, talking or texting on cell phones, and even eating while driving, are also considered aggressive drivers.

"When your attention is not 100 percent focused on the act of driving, the chances of you being involved in a vehicle crash rise dramatically," Barrett said. "When you mix driving at freeway speeds of 75 m.p.h. with lack of attention, the results can be deadly."

Bingham and Barrett are members of the Region 4 Idaho State Police Aggressive Driver Strike Team. This week, ISP troopers will be out in force on the day before Thanksgiving, with the stated goal of working toward a "zero fatality" holiday weekend. Region 4 has investigated five fatality crashes in the past seven weeks, all of which occurred due to some form of aggressive driving.

"With the increased volume of traffic we expect over the Thanksgiving weekend, people need to be especially careful," Barrett said. "Among the easiest ways to avoid a crash is to slow down. For people involved in a crash, the chances of surviving are increased many-fold simply by buckling up."

Last year, on the day before Thanksgiving, Region 4 Troopers conducted 245 calls for service. These calls included 198 traffic stops, 3 vehicle accidents, 31 motorist assists, 3 agency assists, and 10 calls for abandoned vehicles, traffic hazards, etc.

"People need to understand when they drive aggressively they are not only endangering themselves, they are endangering every other motorist. The effects and consequences of a fatality or serious injury accident are far reaching. Such a tragedy seems even more profound when it occurs during the holiday season."

Barrett says there are many ways to avoid becoming an aggressive driver or being the victim of an aggressive driver.

"Make sure you're rested before you begin travelling. Make sure you know what route your taking, and give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your destination," Barrett said. "Most importantly, treat other drivers the way you want to be treated. If you do witness an aggressive driving incident, don't take matters into your own hands. Call and report the incident as quickly as possible."

Motorists can report aggressive drivers by calling *477.


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Sunday, November 22, 2009

Crash Sends Three to Hospital

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
2700 North & South Highway N
Lewiston ID 83501
(208)799-5141 FAX: (208) 799-5146
CASE # L09001049
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DATE: November 22, 2009 TIME: 6:18 pm LOCATION: EB US12@ milepost 42.1
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr Hight and Tpr Collins
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Clearwater Co
VEHICLE #1:
DRIVER Apfelbeck, John M AGE 79
ADDRESS Peck ID
INJURIES Yes Seatbelt Yes
Hospital: Clearwater Valley Hospital
YEAR 1994 MAKE Oldsmobile STYLE Passenger Car

VEHICLE #2:
DRIVER Jasper,Jessie L AGE 18
ADDRESS Orofino ID
INJURIES Yes Seatbelt No
Hospital Clearwater Valley Hospital
YEAR 1993 MAKE Chevrolet STYLE Passenger Car

PASSENGER #2:
DRIVER Head,Wanda AGE 75
ADDRESS Peck ID
INJURIES - Yes Seatbelts: No
Hospital: Clearwater Valley Hospital

INCIDENT INFORMATION: Jasper vehicle was broke down in the right hand lane of travel with her emergency flashers on when Apfelbeck, traveling at highway speed, did not see her vehicle and crashed into the Geo. The roadway was wet due to rain. Investigation continues by the Idaho State Police.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Doty Dispatcher: NAN

Semi crash 4th of July pass

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Regional Communication Center - North
602 W. Prairie
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 772-6055 FAX: (208) 772-8244

CASE # C09003143

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DATE: 11/22/2009 TIME:10:50 AM LOCATION: Westbound I90 milepost 28 (4th of July pass)

INVESTIGATING OFFICER:Tpr Bakken

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Sgt White,Tpr Kitchen, Idaho transportation department (ITD)

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER: Buttles,Andrew B AGE 51 Yrs old.
ADDRESS: Waupaca,WI
INJURIES? - NO
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2008 VEHICLE MAKE Peterbuilt VEHICLE MODEL Semi
WRECKER Merwins towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Buttles was traveling westbound on I90, too fast for road conditions. Buttles was going around a corner, changed lanes and lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle struck the center cement barriers, pushing them into the eastbound lanes. Both the eastbound and westbound lanes were blocked for approximatley 2 hrs.

SUPERVISOR Sgt White

DSP INITIALS RS
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Road Blockage due to semi Crash

The Idaho State Police are currently investigating a Semi Tractor Trailer Crash on I90 at Milepost 28. The semi and crash are blocking lanes East and Westbound. The road is still open, but please expect delays. Due to the damage the road will be partially blocked for a significant period of time.

Updates will be advised when available.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Two-vehicle Crash Near Island Park Claims One (corrected)

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: 11/21/09 07:05 p.m.
Contact: Corporals Rod Coverley and Allen Bivins

***Updated with corrected date***


On Saturday, November 21, 2009, at approximately 10:04 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash on US 20, near milepost 383.8. Idaho State Police were assisted by Fremont County Sheriff's Office, fire, and emergency medical services.

Charles Hanson, 42 years old, of Chester, was travelling eastbound on US 20 in a 2005 Ford van. Hanson lost control and collided with a 1997 Toyota pickup traveling westbound driven by Jack Reinwand, 70 years old, of Parker. Reinwand's wife, Jeanne Reinwand, 66 years old, was a front seat passenger. She succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Mr. Reinwand was transported to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Hanson and five children, ages 8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 were transported to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. Rex Allen, 58 years of age, a front seat passenger declined medical attention.

Seatbelts were in use, and alcohol was not believed to be a factor in this crash. The crash is under investigation by Corporals Rod Coverley and Allen Bivens of the Idaho State Police.


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Two-vehicle Crash Near Island Park Claims One

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: 11/21/09 07:05 p.m.
Contact: Corporals Rod Coverley and Allen Bivins

On Friday, November 21, 2009, at approximately 10:04 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash on US 20, near milepost 383.8. Idaho State Police were assisted by Fremont County Sheriff's Office, fire, and emergency medical services.

Charles Hanson, 42 years old, of Chester, was travelling eastbound on US 20 in a 2005 Ford van. Hanson lost control and collided with a 1997 Toyota pickup traveling westbound driven by Jack Reinwand, 70 years old, of Parker. Reinwand's wife, Jeanne Reinwand, 66 years old, was a front seat passenger. She succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Mr. Reinwand was transported to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Hanson and five children, ages 8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 were transported to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. Rex Allen, 58 years of age, a front seat passenger declined medical attention.

Seatbelts were in use, and alcohol was not believed to be a factor in this crash. The crash is under investigation by Corporals Rod Coverley and Allen Bivens of the Idaho State Police.


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Friday, November 20, 2009

Two-vehicle Crash Near Menan Claims One

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: <11/20/09 06:26 p.m.>
Contact: Corporal Kris Barnes

On Friday, November 20, 2009, at approximately 2:57 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash at the intersection of Menan-Lorenzo Highway and 3700 East near Menan. Idaho State Police were assisted by Jefferson County deputies, fire, and emergency medical services. Joylene B. Watson, 78 years old, of Menan, was travelling eastbound on Menan-Lorenzo Highway in a 2007 Chevy Uplander. Watson attempted a U-turn at the intersection of 3700 East and was struck by a 1997 Ford F-250 pickup driven by Donald L. Hammer, 42 years old, of Rexburg. Hammer was also travelling eastbound. Watson succumbed to her injuries at the scene. She was not wearing a seatbelt. Hammer was wearing a seatbelt and was transported to East Idaho Regional Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. Alcohol was not believed to be a factor in this crash. The crash is under investigation by Corporals Kris Barnes and Allen Bivens.
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Fatal Vehicle/Pedestrian crash

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
602 W. Prairie
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 772-6055 FAX: (208) 772-8244

CASE # C09003113

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DATE: 11/19/2009 TIME: 5:20 PM LOCATION: 5th/Cedar, Sandpoint (US95 milepost 474.2)

INVESTIGATING OFFICER:
Cpl Bennett

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES:
Cpl Robnett, Bonner County Sheriff, Bonner County EMS, Sandpoint Fire, Sandpoint PD

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DRIVER - Mcelroy,Mark H AGE - 49
ADDRESS - Athol, ID
INJURIES - No
VEHICLE YEAR - 1991 VEHICLE MAKE - Ford VEHICLE MODEL - F250
SEATBELTS WORN - Yes

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PEDESTRIAN
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NAME - Joerger, Anthony J

ADDRESS - Sandpoint, Idaho
INJURIES - *Fatal*
HOSPITAL TAKEN - Bonner General Hospital

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: McElroy was stopped at the intersection of 5th and Cedar in Sandpoint. He turned South onto 5th street from Cedar and failed to see a pedestrian (Anthony Joerger) in a crosswalk at that intersection. Joerger was attempting to cross 5th street from East to West. McElroy struck Joerger who was thrown into the roadway. Joerger died later at the hospital from injuries sustained from the crash.

SUPERVISOR - Sgt. Field

DSP INITIALS - JHO
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Vehicle Vs School Bus US95/Worley

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave. Ste A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09003092
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DATE: November 18, 2009 TIME: 07:33 am LOCATION: SB US95@403.6 (Worley)

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Kagarice

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl. Robnett, CDA Tribal Police, Worley Fire

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Julie Witlicki AGE 38
ADDRESS Coeur d' Alene, ID
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN N/A

VEHICLE YEAR: 1995 VEHICLE MAKE: Volks VEHICLE MODEL: Jetta
WRECKER Merwins Towing
SEATBELTS? Yes

PASSENGER(S)

NAME: Charitee Pirone
ADDRESS: Hayden,ID
INJURIES? No


PASSENGER(S)

NAME: Jason Daniels
ADDRESS: Kooskia,ID
INJURIES: No


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DRIVER: Vernie Johnson AGE 65
ADDRESS: Tensed, ID
INJURIES? No

VEHICLE YEAR: 2009 VEHICLE MAKE: International VEHICLE MODEL: School bus
WRECKER: None
SEATBELTS WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: School bus was travelling south bound US95@403 and Jetta was travelling north bound. Jetta driven by Witlicki crossed the center line striking side of school bus. School bus was loaded with children and none were injured. Seatbelts were in use. Alcohol is a factor.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Greear
DSP INITIALS JNS
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009

One vehicle crash near St. Anthony claims one

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: 11/17/09 2:30 a.m.
Contact: Cpl. Coverley

On Monday, November 16, 2009, at approximately 10:25 p.m., Idaho State Police and Fremont County Sheriff's Office responded to a one-vehicle crash on 500 North approximately half a mile west of Saint Anthony, Idaho. Travis V. Ward, 33 years old, of Saint Anthony, was travelling eastbound on 500 North, also known as South Parker Road, when he failed to negotiate a turn. Ward's vehicle left the pavement and overturned. Ward was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene. The crash is still under investigation by Corporal Coverley.

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Saturday, November 14, 2009

One Vehicle Rollover Kills 1 Injures Several

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Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Captain Kedrick Wills at (208)324-6000 or (208)736-3070

For Immediate Release: 11-14-2009 6:30 pm
Contact: Tpr C Pohanka

On November 14, 2009 at approximately 5:17 AM, Idaho State Police responded to a one-vehicle, fatal injury, rollover crash on I-84 near milepost 189, in Jerome County. A full-size 1999 Ford van, carrying 10 people, was traveling eastbound on I-84 when the driver, Carlos Campos Ramirez, 38 years old, of Twin Falls, ID lost control on the ice and snow covered roadway. The van slid into the median where it rolled.

Of the ten occupants in the vehicle, Evelia D. Montenegro, 56 years old, of Jerome, ID was ejected and died at the scene.

Three children were ejected and treated at Minidoka Memorial Hospital in Rupert,ID for various injuries ranging from minor to serious.

Another 12 year old child, who was also ejected, was treated at St. Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, ID and then flown to Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT with critical injuries.

Martha Linares, 63 years old, of Shoshone, ID is believed to have been partially ejected. Linares was treated at St. Benedict's Hospital in Jerome, ID and later transferred to St. Lukes Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, ID.

Rafael Linares, also from Shoshone, was treated and admitted to St. Lukes of Magic Valley. Alcohol is not considered to be a factor in this crash.

One child was not ejected, but was still treated for injuries at Minidoka Memorial Hospital in Rupert, ID.

Carlos Campos Ramirez, the driver, and Maria Campos, a passenger, were not injured and are believed to have been wearing their seatbelts.

This crash is under investigation by Trooper Chris Pohanka, with assistance from Reconstructionist and Trooper James Kilton, and Sergeant Kevin Haight.

The Idaho State Police would like to express their appreciation to personnel from Jerome County Sheriff's Department, Minidoka County Sheriff's Department, Twin Falls County Sheriff's Department, and Idaho Transportation Department for their exceptional assistance with investigating and / or providing traffic control for approximately 20 reported crashes or slide-offs on I-84 in Jerome County, between 5:15 AM and 10:00 AM.

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Friday, November 13, 2009

One Vehicle Rollover near Spencer sends Arizona woman to hospital

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: 11/13/2009

Contact: Cpl. Scoggins

On Friday, November 13, 2009, at approximately 1:53 p.m., Idaho State Police responded to a one-vehicle rollover crash on I15 at milepost 180, near Spencer, ID.

Teri M. Ginnie, 43 years old, of Surprise, AZ was travelling south when she lost control of her vehicle on the ice. Ginnie's vehicle went off the left side of the road, hit the guardrail and continued into the barrow pit, where it came to rest on its top.

Ginnie was not wearing a seatbelt. She was transported by Air Idaho to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.

Passengers Jo Short and Hailee Ginnie were wearing seatbelts and were uninjured.

The crash is under investigation.

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Single Vehicle Rollover sends one to hospital

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Region 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294
For Immediate Release: 11/13/2009
Contact: Cpl. Coverley
On November 11, 2009, at approximately 8:05 p.m., Idaho State Police responded with Fremont County Sheriff's Office to a one vehicle rollover on US 20 at milepost 357, south of Ashton. Angela Day-Williams, 53 years old, of Ashton, ID was traveling north on US 20 when she lost control of her vehicle, went off the east shoulder, and rolled her vehicle. Day-Williams was wearing her seatbelt, however, she was partially ejected. Day-Williams was transported by air ambulance to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.
The crash is under investigation.

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Thursday, November 12, 2009

Traffic Stop Near Wendell Results in Marijuana Seizure

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For Immediate Release: 11/12/2009 1:45 pm
Contact: Trooper N. Walker

On 11/11/2009 at 0753 hours, Trooper Nick Walker of the Idaho State Police stopped Jonathan D. Cassidy, who resides in California, for speeding. Cassidy was traveling eastbound on Interstate 84 near Wendell in Gooding County. While talking with Cassidy the trooper detected the odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. While searching the vehicle, Trooper Walker seized 2.6 pounds of marijuana worth $7000. Cassidy's vehicle was seized and he was arrested on a felony charge of drug trafficking and booked into the Gooding County Jail.

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Injury Crash SH53@13 Ramsey Road

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W. Wilbur Ave Ste A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8730 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09003043

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DATE: November 12,2009 TIME: 0605 LOCATION: SH53/Ramsey Road

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Cpl. Sutton
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Tpr. Kitchen, Northern Lakes Fire District

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Michele Hart AGE 22
ADDRESS Hayden,ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center

VEHICLE YEAR 2000 VEHICLE MAKE Nissan VEHICLE MODEL Xterra
WRECKER Schaffers
SEATBELTS WORN? No


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DRIVER Scott Baker AGE 47
ADDRESS Sagle,ID
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A

VEHICLE YEAR 1999 VEHICLE MAKE Ford VEHICLE MODEL F250 Pick up
WRECKER None
SEATBELTS WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: At approximately 0600 hours, Michele Hart was north bound on Ramsey Road at the State Highway 53 junction. She failed to stop for the posted stop sign and was struck by Scott Baker. Baker had been west bound on State Highway 53. Traffic was diverted around the crash for about 1 hour. Hart was not wearing a seat belt. Baker was wearing a seat belt and was not injured.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Greear
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009

One-vehicle crash near Soda Springs claims the life of one.

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Region 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2203
(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 233-7451

For Immediate Release: 11/11/2009 3:45 PM
Contact: Tpr. E. Bates

On Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at approximately 8:07 am the Idaho State Police responded to a report of a one-vehicle fatality semi-truck crash on US Highway 30 at milepost 382, approximately 11 miles west of Soda Springs. Reynaldo Nevarez, 61 of Burley, was traveling eastbound on US Highway 30 in a 2006 Volvo tractor pulling a tanker trailer hauling milk when, for reasons still being investigated, his vehicle left the road off the north side. The vehicle continued traveling northeast over a gravel construction road and came to rest when it struck a dirt embankment.

Nevarez was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash. The crash is still under investigation led by Trooper E. Bates. Bates was assisted at the scene by Trooper C. Bake, Corporals R. Stouse and B. Sweat, and Sergeant M. Winans.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

**Update** Two Vehicle Injury Crash on State Highway 16

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For Immediate Release: 11/10/2009 at 11:55 a.m.
Contact: Sr. Trooper Szeles

**UPDATE**

Heidi J. Lund, 40 years of age, from Caldwell, succumbed to her injuries late Monday evening, November 09, 2009.

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On Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Idaho State Police, Ada, and Gem County Sheriff's Departments responded to a two vehicle injury crash northbound on State Highway 16 at mile post 9.5 by Freezeout Rd. Heidi J. Lund, 40 years of age, from Caldwell, ID was driving north bound in the south bound lane of travel in a 1989 Nissan pickup when she struck a 2005 Ford pickup driven by Pamela R. Crosby, 56 years of age, of Emmett, Idaho head-on. Lund, Lund?s passenger Darrell J. Lund, 39 years of age from Emmett, Idaho and Crosby's passenger John J. Crosby, 28 years of age, from Emmett, Idaho were transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus for treatment of injuries sustained. Pamela Crosby was not injured. Both lanes were completely blocked for about two hours. Ada and Gem County Deputies and the Idaho Transportation Department assisted with traffic control. All lanes of travel are now open, more updates to follow.

Sr. Trooper Szeles was assisted at the scene by Sr. Tpr. Carmack, Cpl. Eller, Ada/Gem County Sheriff's Departments, and Idaho Transportation Department.
Seatbelts were not worn by the Lunds. The Crosbys were wearing seatbelts. It is unknown if alcohol is a factor at this time. Investigation is continuing by the Idaho State Police.


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Monday, November 9, 2009

Head-on crash kills one

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave, Ste A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09003026

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DATE: 110909 TIME: 5:15 PM LOCATION: US95 MP 455 (North of Athol)

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Jess Spike

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpls. Robnett and Lind, Tpr. Kralik, Bonner SO, Sagle Fire, Timberlake Fire/EMS, ITD

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Michael L Johns AGE 43
ADDRESS Athol, ID
INJURIES? - Fatal
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Lakeview Funeral Home, Sandpoint
VEHICLE YEAR 1995 VEHICLE MAKE Dodge VEHICLE MODEL Intrepid
WRECKER Hartman's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No

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DRIVER Jayme Ruben Shottanana AGE 27
ADDRESS Bonners Ferry, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 2002 VEHICLE MAKE Jeep VEHICLE MODEL Liberty
WRECKER A-1 Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: The vehicles collided head-on but it is still under investigation who was going which direction. Alcohol is a factor. The highway was blocked for approximately 2 1/2 hours.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Tim Johnson

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Thursday, November 5, 2009

Injury Crash Old US95 at Jenkins Road

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W. Wilbur Ave Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8730 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # L09000998

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DATE: 11/05/09 TIME: 1430 LOCATION: Old US95 at Jenkins Rd, Latah County

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Hight

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Sgt. Doty, Cpl. Baldwin, Tpr. Montgomery

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Michael L. Shelton AGE 17
ADDRESS Genesee, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Gritman Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 2006 VEHICLE MAKE Toyota VEHICLE MODEL Scion
WRECKER Dollar Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S)

NAME - William A. Akin 17 YOA
ADDRESS Genesee, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Gritman Medical Center

NAME - Jesse L. Meyer-Gray 17 YOA
ADDRESS - Genesee, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Gritman Medical Center

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Shelton was northbound on old US95 traveling at a high rate of speed when he lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle spun around on the roadway, going into the ditch and then back on the roadway. Meyer-Gray was not wearing his seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle. Shelton and Akin were wearing their seatbelts. All three were transported to Gritman Medical Center. The roadway was blocked for approximately 2.5 hours.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Doty

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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Injury Crash US95 at Orchard

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W. Wilbur Ave Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8730 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09002980

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DATE: 11/04/09 TIME: 1956 LOCATION: SB US95 @ 424 Orchard

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Branch
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl. Greear, Tpr. Donahue; Northern Lakes Fire


VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Christina D. Johnson AGE 23
ADDRESS Post Falls, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 1992 VEHICLE MAKE Plymouth VEHICLE MODEL Voyager Van
WRECKER Body By Scotty
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No

PASSENGER(S)

NAME - Jeremy D. Lombardi - 19 YOA
ADDRESS Oroville, CA
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? None
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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER George F. Deglman AGE 30
ADDRESS Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? None
VEHICLE YEAR 2008 VEHICLE MAKE Chevy VEHICLE MODEL Pick-up
WRECKER Body By Scotty
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Johnson was eastbound on Orchard attempting to turn northbound on US95 and failed to stop at the stop sign. She entered US95 in front of Deglman. Delgman braked but was unable to avoid striking Johnson. Johnson was treated and released from Kootenai Medical Center. Johnson was cited for inattentive driving. The roadway was reduced to one lane for approximately 1.5 hours.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Field

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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Injury Crash SH 54 at mp7 Athol

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W. Wilbur Ave Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8730 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09002970

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DATE: 11/03/09 TIME: 1626 LOCATION: SH54 at mp 7, Athol

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Branch

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl. Robnett; Timberlake Fire, Northern Lakes Fire

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Jeffrey B. Campbell AGE 44
ADDRESS Athol, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 2007 VEHICLE MAKE Hummer VEHICLE MODEL H2
WRECKER Rohr Trucking
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes


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DRIVER Rose A. Heuett AGE 63
ADDRESS Athol, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 2000 VEHICLE MAKE Subaru VEHICLE MODEL Legacy
WRECKER Rohr Trucking
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Campbell was westbound on SH54 when, for an unknown reason, he crossed into the eastbound lanes of travel, sideswiping Heuett. Both subjects were wearing seatbelts and were transported to Kootenai Medical Center. Investigation continuing.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Field

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Injury Crash US95 at Hayden

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W. Wilbur Ave. Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8730 FAX: (208) 209-8618

CASE # C09002969

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DATE: 11/03/09 TIME: 1353 LOCATION: NB US95 @ 434 Hayden Ave

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Kagarice

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl. Sullivan

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Shane Myr AGE 28
ADDRESS Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
Subject was riding a bicycle.

SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No helmet worn


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DRIVER Kevin D. Kneisly AGE 45
ADDRESS Spokane, Washington
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? None
VEHICLE YEAR 2002 VEHICLE MAKE Saturn VEHICLE MODEL Coupe
WRECKER None
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Myr was trying to cross US95 from eastbound Hayden on his bicycle when he failed to yeild to northbound traffic and was struck by Kneisly. Kneisly was wearing a seatbelt, Myr was not wearing a helmet. The roadway was blocked for 45 minutes.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Greear

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Two Vehicle Injury Crash on State Highway 16

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Region 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford, Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 11/03/2009 at 1:42 p.m.
Contact: Sr. Trooper Szeles

On Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Idaho State Police, Ada, and Gem County Sheriff's Departments responded to a two vehicle injury crash northbound on State Highway 16 at mile post 9.5 by Freezeout Rd. Heidi J. Lund, 40 years of age, from Caldwell, ID was driving north bound in the south bound lane of travel in a 1989 Nissan pickup when she struck a 2005 Ford pickup driven by Pamela R. Crosby, 56 years of age, of Emmett, Idaho head-on. Lund, Lund?s passenger Darrell J. Lund, 39 years of age from Emmett, Idaho and Crosby?s passenger John J. Crosby, 28 years of age, from Emmett, Idaho were transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus for treatment of injuries sustained. Pamela Crosby was not injured. Both lanes were completely blocked for about two hours. Ada and Gem County Deputies and the Idaho Transportation Department assisted with traffic control. All lanes of travel are now open, more updates to follow.

Sr. Trooper Szeles was assisted at the scene by Sr. Tpr. Carmack, Cpl. Eller, Ada/Gem County Sheriff's Departments, and Idaho Transportation Department.
Seatbelts were not worn by the Lunds. The Crosbys were wearing seatbelts. It is unknown if alcohol is a factor at this time. Investigation is continuing by the Idaho State Police.


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Two Vehicle Injury Crash on State Highway 16

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Region 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford, Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 11/03/2009 at 1:42 p.m.
Contact: Sr. Trooper Szeles

On Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Idaho State Police, Ada, and Gem County Sheriff's Departments responded to a two vehicle injury crash northbound on State Highway 16 at mile post 9.5 by Freezeout Rd. All three subjects involved were transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus for treatment of injuries sustained. Blockage occurred for both north and southbound lanes on State Highway 16. Ada and Gem County Deputies, and the Idaho Transportation Department assisted with traffic control. All lanes of travel are now open, more updates to follow.

Sr. Trooper Szelez was assisted at the scene by Sr. Tpr. Carmack, Cpl. Eller, Ada/Gem County Sheriff's Departments, and Idaho Transportation Department.


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Semi Crash NB US95@303

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619
CASE # L09000988
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DATE: 11/03/09 TIME: 9:18 AM LOCATION: NB US95@303
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Lt Oswald
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Sgt Grotjohn, Lewiston fire and ambulance, Nez Perce County Sheriff?s Office

VEHICLE #1:
DRIVER: Oscar Wilson AGE: 63
ADDRESS: Reubens, ID
INJURIES: no
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: N/A

PASSENGER: Kevin Weyerts AGE: 43
ADDRESS: Winchester, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: St. Joseph?s

YEAR: 1997 MAKE: GMC STYLE: PK

WRECKER: none SEATBELT: Yes

VEHICLE #2:
DRIVER: Donald Hartmeier AGE: 49
ADDRESS: Spokane Valley, WA
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: N/A

YEAR: 2004 MAKE: Freightliner STYLE: Semi

WRECKER: none SEATBELT: Yes


INCIDENT INFORMATION: Wilson was traveling NB US95@303 and was slowing in traffic when he was struck from behind by Hartmeier?s vehicle. Hartmeier was cited for following too close.
SUPERVISOR: Sgt. Grotjohn
DSP INITIALS: CME

Monday, November 2, 2009

Two Vehicle Crash I84@39

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For Immediate Release: 11/02/09 23:21 p.m.
Contact: Trooper Higley

On Monday, November 2, 2009, at approximately 6:55 p.m., Idaho State Police, the Nampa Fire Department, and Ada County Paramedics responded to a two-vehicle crash which occurred westbound on I84 at milepost 39. Lee Dickson, 42, of Morgan, Utah, was driving a motorhome and attempted to make a lane change into the left lane when his left front bumper struck a 1999 Lincoln Continental driven by Robert Robison, 45, of Boise. Robison's vehicle spun into the jersey barrier and flipped onto its top. Robison and one of his two passengers, Margret Robison, 64, of Boise, was transported to St. Lukes Meridian with non-life threatening injuries. All were wearing seatbelts.

Traffic was blocked in all but the left lane of travel for approximately an hour and a half during the accident. Dickson was cited, and alcohol was not believed to be a factor in the crash.

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Sunday, November 1, 2009

Crash WB I84 @ 147 Near Bliss Claims One

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For further information, contact Captain Kedrick Wills at (208)324-6000 or (208)736-3070

For Immediate Release: November 1, 2009 11:05 a.m.
Contact: Trooper Pohanka

On November 1, 2009 at approximately 2:47 a.m., Idaho State Police responded to a crash with a report of a body possibly in the lane of travel EB I84 at milepost 147 near Bliss. Avisai Aguilar, age 24 of Gooding, was traveling westbound in a 2002 Ford Escape. For unknown reasons the vehicle went into a broad side slide into the median and then rolled. Monique Aguilar, age 7, and Evan Aguilar, age 6, were both ejected from the vehicle. Evan Aguilar came to rest in the fast lane of the westbound lanes of travel where he died of injuries sustained in the crash. The driver was wearing a seatbelt and the passengers were not. Avisai and Monique were both life flighted to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise with extensive injuries.

Trooper Pohanka was assisted by Trooper Kilton and Gooding County Sheriff's Office. The crash is still under investigation at this time. If anyone drove by the area at the time of the crash and has any information, contact dispatch at 736-3060.

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