Injury crash WB US milepost 15.6

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CASE # L12000416

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DATE: 5/13/12 TIME: 6:33 PM LOCATION: WB US12 milepost 15.6

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Nez Perce County Sheriff's Department, Nez Perce Tribal Police

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Samuel Ellenwood AGE 42
ADDRESS Lapwai Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St Josephs
VEHICLE YEAR 1999 VEHICLE MAKE Buick VEHICLE MODEL Century
WRECKER Forests Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes


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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER Kelly Brandt AGE 21
ADDRESS Moscow Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St Josephs
VEHICLE YEAR 1992 VEHICLE MAKE Toyota VEHICLE MODEL Camery
WRECKER Forests Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S)

NAME: Kyle Kiele
ADDRESS Orofino Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? St Josephs

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Ellenwood was traveling eastbound on US 12. He went onto the shoulder and lost control. He turned sideways and came back on the highway. He then crossed the center line striking Brandt. Brandt required extrication from her vehicle. Both lanes of travel were closed for approximately an hour. At the time of this release, west bound lane is still closed. Alcohol involvement is suspected. Investigation continues.



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