Monday, January 31, 2011

Sat. Feb 12, 2011 Road Safe Class

The Idaho State Police will be holding the last Road Safe Class for the 2010-2011 winter season on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.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 eighth 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 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.

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Injury Crash US95@427.7, Cougar Gulch

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619
CASE # C11000276
PRESS RELEASE

DATE: 1/29/11 TIME: 12:55 PM LOCATION: US95 at milepost 427.5, Cougar Gulch
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr Spike
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Sgt White, Tpr Ashby, Tpr Kagarice, Kootenai County Sheriffs Office

VEHICLE #1:
DRIVER: John M Shepard AGE: 57
ADDRESS: Coeur d�Alene, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN: Kootenai Medical Center

YEAR: 2009 MAKE: Jeep STYLE: Patriot

WRECKER: Rohr Towing SEATBELTS: Yes

VEHICLE #2:
DRIVER: Diana C Andrews AGE: 62
ADDRESS: Coeur d�Alene, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN: Kootenai Medical Center

YEAR: 2008 MAKE: Ford STYLE: Edge

WRECKER: Dave Smith Frontier Towing SEATBELTS: Yes

INCIDENT INFORMATION: Shepard was travelling northbound on US95 at milepost 427.5. He crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with Andrews who was travelling southbound. Alcohol was not a factor. Investigation ongoing.
SUPERVISOR: Sgt White
DSP INITIALS: KSW

Thursday, January 27, 2011

Meridian Man in Custody after Short Pursuit

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Region 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford, Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 01/27/11 10:50 AM
Contact: Trooper Cottrell

Shortly after 4 AM this morning, January 27, 2011, an Idaho State Police officer was involved in a short pursuit in Meridian. State Police Trooper Cottrell attempted to make a traffic stop on a vehicle for crossing over the center line and an equipment violation.

Trooper Cottrell attempted to pull the vehicle over in the area of Meridian Rd. and W. Penwood St. when the suspect, Ronte Eaton, age 29 of Meridian, attempted to elude the officer for a short distance and then fled on foot, leaving a female passenger in the vehicle.

Not long after Eaton fled on foot, an officer with the Meridian Police Department located Eaton along Meridian Road. Eaton was arrested and charged with Felony Eluding, DUI, Driving Without Privileges, Providing False Information to a Police Officer, Resisting and Obstructing Officer, and Driving without Insurance, 2nd offense.

The Ada County Sheriff's Department also assisted with the search.


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Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Head-on Crash on US93 Injures One

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Region 4 Patrol
218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 1/25/2011 8:15 p.m.
Contact: Trooper N. Walker


On January 25, 2011 at approximately 3:43 p.m. the Idaho State Police investigated a head on collision on US93 at milepost 57, near the intersection of East 200 South, in Jerome County. Shanon Harbaugh, 37, of Twin Falls was northbound on US93 in a Silver Chrysler PT Cruiser driving recklessly, when for unknown reasons she crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a semi being driven by Jose Carrillo-Serna, 25, of American Falls. The PT Cruiser impacted the rear dual tires of the power unit, then traveled down the side of the trailer and finally impacted the dual tires on the trailer of the semi. The final impact spun the PT Cruiser all the way around, causing it to travel down the westbound side of the highway, where it came to rest facing north in a field.

Harbaugh was trapped inside and had to be extricated from the vehicle. She was transported to St. Lukes Magic Valley in Twin Falls with minor injuries. The driver of the semi did not suffer any injuries and remained on scene with mechanics to repair the tires. It is unknown if either driver were wearing their seatbelt, and if alcohol or drugs were a factor in the crash. Both lanes of US93 were shut down for approximately two hours with traffic rerouted while the vehicles were being removed from the highway.

The crash is still under investigation by Trooper N. Walker who was assisted at the scene by Trooper Otto, as well as Jerome County deputies paramedics.

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Saturday, January 22, 2011

Multiple Crashes on Interstate 84 Near the Garrity Exit

Region 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford, Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520
For Immediate Release: 01/22/2011 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Lt. Sheldon Kelley

On Saturday, January 22, 2011, the Idaho State Police investigated multiple weather-related crashes in the westbound lanes of Interstate 84 milepost 38, near the Garrity Exit in Nampa, ID. Heavy fog and icy roads contributed to these crashes.

The first crash involving a single vehicle was investigated at approximately 8:37 a.m. by Sgt. Sam Ketchum. Daniel Stewart, 51, of Meridian, ID was driving a 2003 Ford Ranger pickup. He lost control of his vehicle on the icy road and slid into the jersey barrier. It was determined that Stewart was traveling too fast for the road conditions. Stewart was wearing his seat belt. This investigation is continuing.

During the first investigation, at approximately 9:08 a.m., Sgt. Ketchum was in his 2009 Dodge Charger. Another vehicle struck Sgt. Ketchum's Charger. Sgt. Ketchum was transported by ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Nampa, ID. with minor injuries. This crash is under investigation by Nampa Police Department.

At approximately 09:15 a.m., Sandra Tripp, 58, of Boise, ID. was driving a 2006 Ford F150 pickup. Tripp also lost control of her vehicle on the icy road and slid into the jersey barrier. It was determined that Tripp was traveling too fast for the road conditions. Tripp was wearing her seat belt. This crash is under investigation by Master Cpl. Ed Robertson.

At approximately 10:04 a.m., Aaron Bingham, 36, of Buhl, ID was in traffic that was at a standstill due to the above crashes. Bingham was driving a 1999 Ford pickup and pulling a flatbed trailer. Nicholas Shanley, 30, of Boise, ID. was driving a 2007 Dodge Ram pickup. Shanley's vehicle struck the rear of Bingham's trailer. This was a non-reportable crash. Shanley and Bingham were wearing seat belts.

The westbound lanes of Interstate 84 were closed for approximately four hours.
Idaho State Police was assisted at the scene by Nampa Police Department, Nampa Fire Department, Canyon County EMS personnel and the Idaho Transportation Department.

Injury Crash SB US95 milepost 302.5

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # L11-0095
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DATE: January 22, 2011 TIME: 6:52 a.m. LOCATION: SB US95@302.5 Near Lapwai

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Cpl. Larsen
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Sgt. Grotjohn, Tpr. Snell


VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Lila B Robinson
AGE 59
ADDRESS Lapwai, ID
INJURIES? Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St. Josephs Medical Center


VEHICLE YEAR 1991 VEHICLE MAKE Toyota VEHICLE MODEL Corolla
WRECKER Bernards Towing
SEATBELTS WORN? Yes

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Robinson was travelling south bound on US95 when she came around a corner, lost control and went off the road on the left shoulder striking a tree. The vehicle came to rest on it's top and she had to be extracated out of the vehicle. She was transported to St. Josephs Medical Center. Seat belt was worn.

SUPERVISOR Sgt. Grogjohn

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Friday, January 21, 2011

I90 Lookout Pass re-Open

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Lookout Pass on I90 near the Idaho/Montana border on the eastbound side has been **RE-OPENED**. It is still reduced to one lane, however, traffic is now able to get through the area. At this time, Chains are still required for Commercial vehicles to travel the pass. Thank you.

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At this time, the Idaho State Police in Region One are out with multiple spun out semi trucks and stuck vehicles on Lookout Pass on I90 at the Idaho/Montana line. The pass is currently being shut down eastbound. Motorists are highly encouraged to avoid the area. Thank you for cooperation.

I90 at Lookout Pass

At this time, the Idaho State Police in Region One are out with multiple spun out semi trucks and stuck vehicles on Lookout Pass on I90 at the Idaho/Montana line. The pass is currently being shut down eastbound. Motorists are highly encouraged to avoid the area. Thank you for cooperation.

Injury crash I90 milepost 33

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # C11000188

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DATE: 01/21/2011 TIME: 10:59 am LOCATION: EB I90 milepost 33

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr. Keys

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Tpr. Kessler

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Kayla A Edmonson AGE 23
ADDRESS Cataldo, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 1996 VEHICLE MAKE Saturn VEHICLE MODEL 4 door
WRECKER Don's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No

PASSENGER 11 month old infant
ADDRESS Cataldo, ID
INJURIES? - NO
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? In child restraint
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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER Gretchen K Thomas AGE 36
ADDRESS Post Falls, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center
VEHICLE YEAR 1992 VEHICLE MAKE Ford VEHICLE MODEL Thunderbird
WRECKER Dave Smith Motors
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER David J Rodgers
ADDRESS Post Falls, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Edmonson was East bound on I90 near milepost 32 when she struck the median barrier. Her vehicle then went sideways sliding into the passing lane and was struck by Thomas.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Johnson

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Thursday, January 20, 2011

Sat. Feb 12, 2011 Road Safe Class

The Idaho State Police will be holding another Road Safe Class on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.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 eighth 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 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, January 17, 2011

Multi -Vehicle Crash on US 20 Near Ashton

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

For Immediate Release: 01/17/2011 at 1:20 p.m.
Contact: Cpl. C. Goody


On Friday, January 14, 2011, at approximately 6:36 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a multi-vehicle crash on US 20 at milepost 367, near Ashton, ID. This section of road has one lane for southbound traffic and two lanes for northbound traffic.


Monte K. Keppner, 62, of Idaho Falls, Idaho was traveling south in a 1995 Ford Explorer while pulling a second vehicle on a tow dolly. Keppner lost control of the Explorer, crossed through the first northbound lane and struck an Idaho Transportation Department snowplow in the far right hand lane. The snowplow was driven by Brian S. Lenz, 47, of Ashton, Idaho. Upon impact the towed vehicle came off of the tow dolly. Following Keppner in the southbound lane in a 1992 Honda was Jaycee M. Prather, 20, of St. Anthony, Idaho. Prather's vehicle struck Keppner's tow dolly. Traveling north in a 1998 Saturn was Kathleen M. Butler, 51, of Pocatello, Idaho. Butler's vehicle struck the vehicle that came off of the tow dolly. All three lanes were blocked for approximately 1 1/2 hours.

All drivers were wearing seatbelts. Keppner and Butler were both transported by ground ambulance to Madison Memorial Hospital.

Cpl. Goody was assisted at the scene by Cpl. Sibus, Fremont County Sheriff's Office and the Ashton Police Department.

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Saturday, January 15, 2011

Two vehicle crash near Wilder

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

For Immediate Release: 01/15/2011 7:30 P.M.
Contact: Trooper J. Klitch

On Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 11:30 am, Idaho State Police investigated a serious injury crash that occurred near Wilder on SH19. Michael Tuckness, 21 of Homedale, was attempting to pass another vehicle, in the fog, when he crashed head on into an Infiniti QZ56 SUV driven by Holly Young, 26 of Wilder.

Both lanes were blocked for about 2 hours for emergency crews. Holly Young was taken by ground ambulance to West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell. Michael Tuckness, his passenger Kalye Tuckness, and Amber Young, passenger in the Infiniti, were taken to St Als in Boise.
Air ambulance was unable to respond due to the fog in the area.

It is unknown at this time if seatbelts were worn. Fog and icy roads are a factor in the crash.

Crash is under investigation by Trooper J Klitch, with assistance from Trooper Murakami, Trooper Nesbitt, Trooper Robertson, Trooper Langton, along with Canyon County Sherriff's Office and Canyon County EMS Personnel.
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Friday, January 14, 2011

Two vehicle crash near Middleton

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

For Immediate Release: 01/14/2011 03:30 p.m.
Contact: Corporal Gripton


On Friday, January 14, 2011, at approximately 09:11 a.m. Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle crash at the intersection of Purple Sage Road and Duff Lane, just northeast of the city of Middleton, ID.

Tina Palmer, 37, of Middleton, ID, was driving northbound on Duff Road in a white 2010 Chevy Impala. Palmer failed to stop at the intersection of Purple Sage Road and Duff Road, causing a white 2004 GMC Yukon to strike the side of her car. The GMC Yukon was driven by Robert Davis, 37, also of Middleton. Davis was traveling westbound on Purple Sage Road.

Both vehicles were thrown into a field on the northwest corner of the intersection. Two area residents, who are both nurses, helped perform life saving measures on scene of the crash. Palmer's car had four juvenile passengers, including a 10 year old boy who was ejected. All passengers were transported to St Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise, ID; several have serious injuries. Palmer was transported to West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell, ID. Davis was checked out on scene by emergency crews, however he refused any medical transport.

At the time of the crash, there was heavy fog and road conditions were icy. It is unknown if all occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.

The crash is still under investigation by Cpl. Gripton, who was assisted at the scene by Senior Trooper Szeles, Senior Tpr. Vance, Tpr. Cottrell, Tpr. Higley, and Sgt. Cagle. Canyon County Sheriff Deputies along with Middleton Fire Department and Canyon County Paramedics also assisted.

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

For Immediate Release: 01/14/2011 03:30 p.m.
Contact: Corporal Gripton


On Friday, January 14, 2011, at approximately 09:11 a.m. Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle crash at the intersection of Purple Sage Road and Duff Lane, just northeast of the city of Middleton, ID.

Tina Palmer, 37, of Middleton, ID, was driving northbound on Duff Road in a white 2010 Chevy Impala. Palmer failed to stop at the intersection of Purple Sage Road and Duff Road, causing a white 2004 GMC Yukon to strike the side of her car. The GMC Yukon was driven by Robert Davis, 37, also of Middleton. Davis was traveling westbound on Purple Sage Road.

Both vehicles were thrown into a field on the northwest corner of the intersection. Two area residents, who are both nurses, helped perform life saving measures on scene of the crash. Palmer's car had four juvenile passengers, including a 10 year old boy who was ejected. All passengers were transported to St Alphonsus Medical Center in Boise, ID; several have serious injuries. Palmer was transported to West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell, ID. Davis was checked out on scene by emergency crews, however he refused any medical transport.

At the time of the crash, there was heavy fog and road conditions were icy. It is unknown if all occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.

The crash is still under investigation by Cpl. Gripton, who was assisted at the scene by Senior Trooper Szeles, Senior Tpr. Vance, Tpr. Cottrell, Tpr. Higley, and Sgt. Cagle. Canyon County Sheriff Deputies along with Middleton Fire Department and Canyon County Paramedics also assisted.

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Thursday, January 13, 2011

Crash on US93 injures one

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 1/13/2011 8:15 a.m.
Contact: Trooper Pohanka

On January 13, 2011 at 2:21 a.m. Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle injury crash on US93 at milepost 43.6, near the intersection of 2400 East and 4100 North in Twin Falls County. Rebecca Evart, 34, of Spokane, Washington, was northbound on US93 in a Cadillac SRX. For unknown reasons, Evart lost control of the vehicle, drifting across the southbound lanes and off the roadway. The vehicle rolled several times and Evart was partially ejected. She was taken by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus in Boise with serious injuries. Evart was wearing a seatbelt.
The crash is still under investigation by Trooper Pohanka who was assisted at the scene by Trooper Kilton and Twin Falls County Sheriff's Office and emergency crews.

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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Crash I90 MP63 update to fatal

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # C11-0054
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DATE: 01/06/2011 TIME: 10:38 AM LOCATION: westbound I90@63.5, Wallace,ID

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt Field

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl Greear, Cpl Stemm

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Kushniruk,Yuriy V AGE 30 yrs
ADDRESS Vancouver,WA
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2005 VEHICLE MAKE Kenworth VEHICLE MODEL semi-truck and trailer
WRECKER Don's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown
PASSENGER(S): NONE


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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER Cummings,Kate E AGE 27 Yrs
ADDRESS Missoula,MT
INJURIES? - ****Fatal 01/12/2011 5:45pm*****
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN - Kootenai Medical Center, Coeur d'alene,ID
VEHICLE YEAR 2006 VEHICLE MAKE Subaru VEHICLE MODEL Impreza
WRECKER Don's towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown

PASSENGER(S)
2 Children, unknown ages/names.

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: **Update** Kate Cummings died at Kootenai Medical Center 01/12/2011 at 5:45 pm as a result of her injuries sustain in the crash ***** Kushniruk was eastbound I90@63.5, traveling too fast for road conditions. He lost control of his vehicle on the slushy road and struck the center median barrier. The truck then went up and over the barrier, striking Cummings vehicle head-on. The semi truck then caught fire, but was extinguished quickly. Investigation continues.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Field
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Sat. Jan 15, 2011 Road Safe Class

With the winter weather here the Idaho State Police will be holding another Road Safe Class this Saturday, January 15, 2011 at noon (12 pm). 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 eighth 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, January 10, 2011

Overtuned Trailer Shuts I15 Down for One Hour

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Region 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 236-6068

For Immediate Release: 1/10/11 3:40 p.m.
Contact: Tpr. Orr

On January 10, 2011, at approximately 10:00 am the Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash that caused both southbound lanes of Interstate 15 near mile marker 49.5 to be shut down for approximately one hour. Jack Vernon, 78, of Idaho Falls, was driving southbound in a tan Dodge Ram pulling a travel trailer, when he hit ice causing the trailer to overturn. The Dodge and the trailer were blocking both lanes of travel until a wrecker could get the vehicle upright and moving again. Trooper Orr was assisted at the scene by Trooper Barnes, Master Corporal Sellers, and Specialist Stouse and the Idaho Transportation Department. The scene is now clear.


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Saturday, January 8, 2011

Fatality Crash NB US95@338

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619
CASE # L11000031
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DATE: 1/7/2011 TIME: 8:43 PM LOCATION: NB US95@338, 7 miles south of Moscow
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr Gilbertson
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl Koopman, Cpl Smith, Tpr Talbott, Sgt Rouse

VEHICLE #1:
DRIVER: John Barker AGE: 40
ADDRESS: Lewiston, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Gritman Medical Center

YEAR: 1985 MAKE: Honda STYLE: Civic

WRECKER: Moscow Auto SEATBELT: Unknown

PASSENGER: Anthony Keller AGE: 24
ADDRESS: Lewiston, ID
INJURIES: Fatal
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Shorts Funeral Home
SEATBELT: No


VEHICLE #2:
DRIVER: Troy Spear AGE: 44
ADDRESS: Lewiston, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Treated and released on scene

YEAR: 2000 MAKE: Volkswagen STYLE: Passat

WRECKER: Don�s Towing SEATBELT: Yes

PASSENGER 1: Jamie Huminsky AGE: 43
ADDRESS: Lewiston, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Gritman Medical Center
SEATBELT: Yes

PASSENGER 2: Kimberly Spear AGE: 41
ADDRESS: Lewiston, ID
INJURIES: Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Treated and released on scene
SEATBELT: Unknown


INCIDENT INFORMATION: Barker was traveling NB on US95@338 when he crossed the center line and was struck on the passenger side by Spears who was headed SB. Keller died on impact.
SUPERVISOR: SGT Rouse
DSP INITIALS: CME

Friday, January 7, 2011

One Vehicle Rollover on US93 at Idaho/Nevada Border

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 01/07/2011 5:05 a.m.
Contact: Trooper Coleman

On January 7, 2011 at 12:26 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle rollover crash southbound on US93 north of the Idaho/Nevada border.

Maria Lee, 36 of Jackpot, NV, was traveling southbound on US93 in a Pontiac Grand Am when she lost control of her vehicle and drove off the west shoulder of the road. Lee's vehicle rolled and came to rest on its top.

Lee was transported by air ambulance to St. Lukee's Magic Valley Regional Medical Center for non-life threatening injuries. She was not wearing her seatbelt.

Trooper Coleman was assisted at the scene by Twin Falls County Sheriff Deputies and EMS and Elko County Deputies.

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Thursday, January 6, 2011

Injury Crash I90@63

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # C11-0054
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DATE: 01/06/2011 TIME: 10:38 AM LOCATION: westbound I90@63.5, Wallace,ID

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt Field

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl Greear, Cpl Stemm

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Kushniruk,Yuriy V AGE 30 yrs
ADDRESS Vancouver,WA
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2005 VEHICLE MAKE Kenworth VEHICLE MODEL semi-truck and trailer
WRECKER Don's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown
PASSENGER(S): NONE


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DRIVER Cummings,Kate E AGE 27 Yrs
ADDRESS Missoula,MT
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Medical Center, Coeur d'alene,ID
VEHICLE YEAR 2006 VEHICLE MAKE Subaru VEHICLE MODEL Impreza
WRECKER Don's towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown

PASSENGER(S)
2 Children, unknown ages/names.

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Kushniruk was eastbound I90@63.5, traveling too fast for road conditions. He lost control of his vehicle on the slushy road and struck the center median barrier. The truck then went up and over the barrier, striking Cummings vehicle head-on. The semi truck then caught fire, but was extinguished quickly. Investigation continues.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Field
DSP INITIALS RS
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Injury Crash I90@Rose Lake

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619
CASE # C11000050
PRESS RELEASE

DATE: 1/6/11 TIME: 4:36 AM LOCATION: WB I90 at Rose Lake, Exit 34
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Cpl. Greear
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl. Stemm, Idaho Department of Transportation, Kootenai County

VEHICLE #1:
DRIVER: William K. Laymon AGE: 44
ADDRESS: Jasper, TN
INJURIES: Y
HOSPITAL TAKEN: Kootenai Medical Center

YEAR: 1999 MAKE: Peterbilt STYLE: Semi Tractor and Trailer

WRECKER: Merwins Towing SEATBELTS: Yes


INCIDENT INFORMATION: Laymon was westbound on I90 at the Rose Lake exit, milepost 34, rounding a right hand curve when he lost control of his semi on the slush and ice on the road. His semi struck the guardrail on the north shoulder and jack-knifed, sliding along the guardrail and puncturing one of the saddle fuel tanks. 130 gallons of fuel was spilled requiring a hazardous material response. One lane is still blocked for DEQ to clean up the area.

SUPERVISOR: Sgt Field
DSP INITIALS: KSW

ITD and ISP partner to stop impaired driving

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 01/06/11 4:40 pm
Contact: Lt. Haight

ITD, ISP troopers partnered to stop impaired driving
December 17 - January 3
The Idaho Transportation Department partnered with the Idaho State Police and other law enforcement agencies across Idaho to make highways safer by funding high visibility impaired driving enforcement patrols December 17 - January 3.

During this campaign, Region 4 Idaho State Police troopers focused on enforcement of impaired driving and seatbelt violations. Here is a summary of the results:

Total Contacts: 1167
DUI Arrests: 15
Seat Belt / Child Restraint Citations: 64
Felony Arrests: 3
Stolen Vehicle Located: 1
Fugitives Apprehended: 2
Suspended Driver Licenses: 22
Uninsured Motorists: 97
Speeding Citations: 361
Reckless Driving Citations: 4
Drug Arrests: 16
Underage Alcohol Arrests: 10
Other Various Contacts: 104

"Your best and only defense against drunk drivers is to always wear a seat belt and remain attentive to your surroundings and other drivers," Lt. Haight said.

Those occupants wearing a seatbelt increase their chance of survival greatly; says Lt. Haight.


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Injury crash NB US95@304

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # L11000023
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DATE: 1/5/11 TIME: 11:18 PM. LOCATION: NB US95@304

INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Tpr Talbott
ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Cpl Yoder
VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Coral A Lanpher AGE 20
ADDRESS Lapwai ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St Joseph
VEHICLE YEAR 2001 VEHICLE MAKE Chevy VEHICLE MODEL Prism
WRECKER Bernards
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S)

NAME: Alora A Isbell AGE: 19
ADDRESS Lapwai ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St Josephs
SEATBELT: No
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INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Lanpher was driving NB on US 95 at Milepost 304 when she lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle crossed the SB lane and hit the hill across the road. Road was dry. Alcohol is suspected as a contributing factor. Investigation continues.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Doty
DSP INITIALS bb
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Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Semi crash EB I90@62

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Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815
(208) 209-8620 FAX: (208) 209-8619

CASE # C11-0040
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DATE: 01/05/2011 TIME: 1:50 PM LOCATION: eastbound I90 near mp 62, Wallace,ID
INVESTIGATING OFFICER: Sgt Field

ASSISTING OFFICERS/AGENCIES: Tpr Mcdevitt, Cpl Stemm, Cpl Murphy

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Williams,Allen R AGE 55 Yrs
ADDRESS Rock Springs,WY
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2009 VEHICLE MAKE Freightliner VEHICLE MODEL Semi truck with trailer
WRECKER Don's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S) : NONE

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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER Scott,Brendan C AGE 18
ADDRESS Osburn,ID
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 1997 VEHICLE MAKE Ford VEHICLE MODEL Thunderbird 2door
WRECKER NONE
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? YES

PASSENGER(S)NONE

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Williams was eastbound I90@61 when a car driven by Scott entered the freeway from the onramp and failed to yield to Williams. Williams swerved to avoid a collision causing his trailer to fishtail. Williams vehicle crossed the road and collided with the center median barriers, went back across the road and struck the guardrail on the south shoulder. The trailer vaulted over the guardrail tearing the 5th wheel assembly off the tractor. The trailer then fell 80 feet into the south fork of the Coeur d'Alene river. The two vehicles never collided. The driver of the car was cited and a recovery operation is underway for the trailer.

SUPERVISOR Sgt Field
DSP INITIALS RS
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Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Update on Two Vehicle Crash Near Curry Rail Road Crossing

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 01/04/11 07:15 AM
Contact: Tpr Otto

**Update**
At this time, US30 is now open following the crash and fuel spill.


Original release information:


On January 3, 2011 at approximately 1:09 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle injury crash westbound on US30 at milepost 213 in Twin Falls County.

Cory Slippey, 35, of Rupert, ID was traveling westbound on US30 in a 2002 Peterbilt commercial vehicle when he stopped at the Curry rail road crossing. Eric Palmer, 26, of Twin Falls, ID driving a commercial Semi, hauling sugar beets, was also traveling westbound on US30 when he rear ended Slippey's trailer. The crash caused the fuel tankers, being hauled by Slippey, to leak on to the road way. The roadway remains closed while the crews attend to the spill.

Slippey was taken by ground ambulance to St. Lukes in Twin Falls, with non life threatening injuries. Both drivers were wearing their seat belts. Weather and alcohol are not thought to be factors in this crash.

This crash is still under investigation by Tpr Otto who was assisted at the scene by Tpr Walker.N, Sgt Tompson, Tpr Staley, Cpl Gibbs.D, Twin Falls County Sheriff Deputies, Paramedics, Haz Mat Team and Fire Department.


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Monday, January 3, 2011

Two Vehicle Crash Near Curry Rail Road Crossing

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Region 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897
For further information, contact Capt. Robert Storm at (208) 324-6000 or (208) 736-3070

For Immediate Release: 01/03/11 07:43 pm
Contact: Tpr Otto

On January 3, 2011 at approximately 1:09 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle injury crash westbound on US30 at milepost 213 in Twin Falls County.

Cory Slippey, 35, of Rupert, ID was traveling westbound on US30 in a 2002 Peterbilt commercial vehicle when he stopped at the Curry rail road crossing. Eric Palmer, 26, of Twin Falls, ID driving a commercial Semi, hauling sugar beets, was also traveling westbound on US30 when he rear ended Slippey's trailer. The crash caused the fuel tankers, being hauled by Slippey, to leak on to the road way. The roadway remains closed while the crews attend to the spill.

Slippey was taken by ground ambulance to St. Lukes in Twin Falls, with non life threatening injuries. Both drivers were wearing their seat belts. Weather and alcohol are not thought to be factors in this crash.

This crash is still under investigation by Tpr Otto who was assisted at the scene by Tpr Walker.N, Sgt Tompson, Tpr Staley, Cpl Gibbs.D, Twin Falls County Sheriff Deputies, Paramedics, Haz Mat Team and Fire Department.


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Jan 15, 2011 Road Safe Class

With the winter weather here the Idaho State Police will be holding another Road Safe Class on Saturday, January 15, 2011 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 eighth 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.

***Update*** One Vehicle Rollover Near Spencer Claims One

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

For Immediate Release: 01/03/11 9:00 a.m.
Contact: Cpl. Scoggins

******Update******

Next of kin notification has been made, the third passenger (deceased) was Gina Wiley, 23, of North Bend, WA.

******End of Update******

On January 2, 2011, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a fatality crash on Interstate 15 at milepost 188 near Spencer. Brittany Marquardt, 22, of Myrtle Creek, OR, was driving southbound on snow covered and icy roads when she went off the right side of the road, struck a delineator post and overturned her 1996 Pontiac Grand Am, coming to rest on its top. She was wearing a seatbelt and was transported to Madison Memorial with non-life threatening injuries. The three passengers in the vehicle were not wearing their seatbelts, but were not ejected and two of the three passengers were also transported to Madison Memorial with non-life threatening injuries.

The third passenger succumbed to their injuries at the scene of the crash; however their name will not be released due to pending next of kin notification.

The crash is being investigated by Cpl. Scoggins with assistance from Cpl. Murdock, Clark County Sheriff's Office, and emergency response crews.

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One Vehicle Rollover Near Spencer Claims One

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

For Immediate Release: 01/03/11 8:20 a.m.
Contact: Cpl. Scoggins

On January 2, 2011, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a fatality crash on Interstate 15 at milepost 188 near Spencer. Brittany Marquardt, 22, of Myrtle Creek, OR, was driving southbound on snow covered and icy roads when she went off the right side of the road, struck a delineator post and overturned her 1996 Pontiac Grand Am, coming to rest on its top. She was wearing a seatbelt and was transported to Madison Memorial with non-life threatening injuries. The three passengers in the vehicle were not wearing their seatbelts, but were not ejected and two of the three passengers were also transported to Madison Memorial with non-life threatening injuries.

The third passenger succumbed to their injuries at the scene of the crash; however their name will not be released due to pending next of kin notification.

The crash is being investigated by Cpl. Scoggins with assistance from Cpl. Murdock, Clark County Sheriff's Office, and emergency response crews.

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