Final Update - Crash on Connector Blocks Morning Traffic

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 10/16/13 10:40 AM
Please direct questions to the District Office

Shortly before 7:30 this morning, October 16, 2013, the Idaho State Police investigated a four-vehicle crash eastbound on I184 east of River St. in Boise. Larry Paulson, age 71 of Boise was driving behind several other vehicles who were slowing for traffic. Paulson attempted to slow, but could not do so in time, and struck Annette Schwab, age 40 of Boise. Due to the the impact, Schwab struck Lori Richard, age 54 of Cascade, who, in turn, struck Janet Guglielmelli, age 56 of Kuna. Although Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene, none of the occupants were transported to hospitals. The crash is under investigation.

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Updated Release:

At this time, the lanes are open and traffic is flowing smoothly on the connector. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Original release:

At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating a four-vehicle crash eastbound on I184 just past River St. Although there was more blockage initially, at this time only the left lane is blocked due to the crash. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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