Monday, November 30, 2015

Property Damage Crash SB US95@304.5, Spaulding Bridge

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

Please direct questions to the appropriate District Offices
District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150

CASE #:L15001372 District: District 2
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DATE: 11/29/15 TIME: 5:20 PM LOCATION: SB US95@304.5, Spaulding Bridge
ASSISTING AGENCIES:
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VEHICLE #1
DRIVER: Mcdermott, Lackenzie G
AGE: 20
ADDRESS: Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2005
VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota VEHICLE MODEL: Camry
WRECKER: No
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes

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VEHICLE #2
DRIVER: Salinas, Daniel
AGE: 20
ADDRESS: Twin Falls, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2007
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy VEHICLE MODEL: Aveo
WRECKER: Forest?s Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes


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VEHICLE #3
DRIVER: Galbraith, Payton B
AGE: 19
ADDRESS: Boise, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 1994
VEHICLE MAKE: Jeep VEHICLE MODEL: Cherokee
WRECKER: Forest?s Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes

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VEHICLE #4
DRIVER: Harness, Kaitlyn M
AGE: 20
ADDRESS: Jerome, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2014
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado
WRECKER: No
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes
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VEHICLE #5
DRIVER: Tonning, Drew M
AGE: 20
ADDRESS: Meridian, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2001
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda VEHICLE MODEL: Civic
WRECKER: Forest?s Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes

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VEHICLE #6
DRIVER: Ericson, Ian L
AGE: 21
ADDRESS: Middleton, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2000
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado
WRECKER: Forest?s Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes

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VEHICLE #7
DRIVER: Wheeler, Harlan P
AGE: 29
ADDRESS: Lapwai, Idaho
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2000
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda VEHICLE MODEL: Accord
WRECKER: No
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes





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INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Wheeler was traveling Northbound US95 when he ran out of gas and pulled over. Mcdermott stopped suddenly to avoid hitting Wheeler when she was struck by Salinas which caused a chain reaction involving Galbraith, Harness, Tonning, and Ericson. Road was blocked for approximately 2 hours.



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Sunday, November 29, 2015

Final Update-Crash I15 near 63

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

For Immediate Release: 11/29/2015 at 7:10 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Final Update***

On Sunday, November 29, 2015, at approximately 1:15 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a five-vehicle, injury crash on northbound I-15 near milepost 63, just south of the Portneuf Road exit in Pocatello, ID.

Ibrahim A. Ebed, 60, of Emmett, ID, was driving a 1999 GMC Suburban. Ibrahim's vehicle had a mechanical problem and stopped partially in the right northbound lane.

David W. Adams, 34, of Blackfoot, ID, driving a 2008 Ford Crew Cab pickup, stopped in front of Ebed's vehicle to try to pull it out of the lane.

William J. Ray, 55, of Pocatello, ID, was driving a 1989 Ford pickup, and was slowing to avoid impacting Ebed's vehicle.

Ammon J.I. Oconnor, 26, of Rexburg, ID, was driving a 2001 Hyundai Elantra and struck the rear of Ray's vehicle.

Ray's vehicle impacted Ebed's pushing it into the rear of Adam's vehicle. Ray's vehicle veered into the left lane striking a 2009 Toyota Camry driven by Timothy L. Farnsworth, 24, of Vancouver, WA.

Farnsworth's and Ray's vehicle came to rest in the median. The three remaining vehicles came to rest on the right shoulder.

All the occupants of Ebed's and Ray's vehicle were transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Regional Medical Center, in Pocatello.

All occupants of the vehicles were wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash .

The left northbound lane was blocked for approximately two hours.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.




KS/HG

*** UPDATE ***

The northbound lanes are now open.

ks/do

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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash in the northbound lanes of Interstate 15, just south of exit 63, near Century High School. Traffic is slowed and backed up at this time due to significant lane blockage.

A full release will be issued when details are available.


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**Update ** Lane Blockage at Crash - Northbount I15, Milepost 63, South of Century High School

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

For Immediate Release: 11/29/2015 at 3:59 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

*** UPDATE ***

The northbound lanes are now open.

ks/do

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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash in the northbound lanes of Interstate 15, just south of exit 63, near Century High School. Traffic is slowed and backed up at this time due to significant lane blockage.

A full release will be issued when details are available.


do/ks
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Lane Blockage at Crash - Northbount I15, Milepost 63, South of Century High School

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

For Immediate Release: 11/29/2015 at 2:05 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash in the northbound lanes of Interstate 15, just south of exit 63, near Century High School. Traffic is slowed and backed up at this time due to significant lane blockage.

A full release will be issued when details are available.


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Saturday, November 28, 2015

Injury Crash US95 at 456, Careywood

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

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District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150

CASE #: C15002470 District: ONE
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DATE: 11/28/2015 TIME: 4:42PM LOCATION: NB US95@465, Careywood
ASSISTING AGENCIES: Bonner County Sheriff's Office, Idaho Transportation Dept.
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VEHICLE #1
DRIVER: Mihail G Lazaresku
AGE: 73
ADDRESS: Wynndel, British Columbia
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR: 2008
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda VEHICLE MODEL: Ridgeline
WRECKER: A-1 Towing
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes
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VEHICLE #2
DRIVER: Robert K. Spaulding
AGE: 74
ADDRESS: Trout Creek, MT
INJURIES?: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2011
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet VEHICLE MODEL: Equinox
WRECKER: Northwest Autobody
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes
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INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Lazaresku was traveling southbound on US95 when he traveled into the northbound lane striking Spaulding head on. Lazaresku's vehicle left the roadway and overturned.
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Friday, November 27, 2015

Male arrested after pursuit on I-84

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

For Immediate Release: 11/27/15 7:25 p.m.
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On November 27, 2015, at approximately 12:15 p.m., the Idaho State Police received information from a witness reporting an impaired driver at the Boise Stage Stop. The witness stated the vehicle, a 1993 Mercury Topaz, had damage, possibly from a recent crash. ISP troopers located the vehicle travelling westbound on Interstate 84 near milepost 53 and conducted a traffic stop.

During the investigation, the driver ran back to his vehicle and fled. ISP initiated a pursuit. Ada County Sheriff's Office, Meridian Police Department, Nampa Police Department, Caldwell Police Department, and Canyon County Sheriff's Office assisted ISP as they attempted to apprehend the suspect. Near milepost 27, the driver drove over spike strips, lost control, and crashed. He continued to attempt to flee. Officers pinned the vehicle to prevent a continued pursuit.

The driver was identified as Joshua McNair, 33, of Spokane Valley, Washington. As a result of the investigation, McNair was booked into Canyon County Jail for Felony Eluding, and is still under investigation for Driving Under the Influence.

LS / KB
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Injury Crash off Golf Course Road in Jerome County

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For Immediate Release: November 27, 2015 11:50 a.m.
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On Friday, November 27, 2015, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash at 500 Golf Course Road, north of the Jerome Country Club in Jerome County.

Maneesia McConnell, 20, of Twin Falls, Idaho, was driving eastbound on 500 South in a 1996 Ford Contour. Robert Kinghorn, 57, of Jerome, Idaho, was driving southbound on Golf Course Road in a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek. McConnell failed to stop at the stop sign and was struck by Kinghorn's vehicle.

McConnell was transported via personal vehicle to Saint Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, and Kinghorn was transported via ground ambulance to Saint Luke's in Jerome. Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts.

The lanes were blocked at 500 Golf Course Road for approximately an hour and a half while crews worked to clear the scene.
The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

JC/KS


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Thursday, November 26, 2015

ISP investigated multiple crashes in Downey and Blackfoot

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

For Immediate Release: 11/26/15 8:00 p.m.
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On Thursday, November 26, 2015, at approximately 11:10 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle crash on northbound Interstate 15 at milepost 31, near Downey. A 2004 Volvo XC90, driven by Laurence Nelson, 57 of South Weber, Utah, was headed northbound when he struck the rear of an Idaho Transportation Department snowplow, driven by Travis Myler, 48 of Downey. Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts and were uninjured in the crash. The right lane was blocked for approximately one hour, while troopers investigated the crash.

At approximately 11:27 a.m., troopers responded to a single vehicle crash on the northbound lanes of Interstate 15 at milepost 84, south of Blackfoot. A 2001 Ford Ranger, driven by Trent Keepers, 46 of West Valley, Utah, was headed northbound when he lost control of his vehicle and went off the right side of the roadway, where the vehicle rolled onto its side. His passengers, Audrey Keepers, 56 of West Valley, UT and Georgianne Reyes, 73 of Layton, Utah, were transported to Bingham Memorial Hospital. Trent and Georgianne were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash. Audrey was not wearing her seatbelt. No lanes were blocked by the vehicles involved in this crash.

At approximately 12:14 p.m., troopers responded to two additional crashes on Interstate 15 at milepost 84, northbound. The first crash involved a 2010 Toyota Scion, driven by Jacob Klundt, 30 of Roy, UT. Klundt was headed northbound, and had slowed for traffic due to the previous crash when he was rear-ended by a 2005 Chrysler Cruiser, driven by Jacqueline Dawson-Sahene, 57 of Mill Creek, Utah. Dawson-Sahene was then rear-ended by a 2010 Dodge pickup, driven by Marcelino Sanchez, 60 of Heyburn, Idaho.

The second crash occurred as traffic continued to slow for the other crashes in the area. A 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by Brandon Hope, 25 of Jerome, was rear-ended by a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban, driven by David Bissonnette, 45 of Twin Falls, who was then rear-ended by a 2012 Toyota Rav4, driven by Byron Molinari, 62 of Blackfoot.

Occupants from both crashes at milepost 84 were transported to Blackfoot Memorial and Portneuf Medical Center. No further information is available on those occupants at this time.

The northbound lanes of Interstate 15 from milepost 83 to 84 were partially blocked for approximately two hours while the crashes were investigated.


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Crashes near Downey and Blackfoot

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 236-6068

For Immediate Release: 11/26/2015 11:30 a.m.
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At this time, the Idaho State Police are currently investigating two injury crashes. The first crash involving and vehicle and a snow plow, is on Interstate 15 at milepost 31, south of Downey. Both of the northbound lanes are being impacted by this crash. The second crash is on Interstate 15 at milepost 84, south of Blackfoot. The right northbound lane is being impacted by this crash.

Motorist are advised to use caution when traveling through these areas and as winter weather conditions exist.

MC/NH
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Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Winter Weather Creating Difficult Driving Conditions

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District 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
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For Immediate Release: 11/25/15 11:31 PM
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At this time, the Idaho State Police and local agencies are responding to a large number of motorists who have slid off the road or have encountered other problems in the slick conditions. Low visibility and heavy snowfall accumulation have created extremely difficult driving conditions in many areas of the state.

EH/LS

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Winter Weather Conditions On Interstate 15

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

For Immediate Release: 11/25/2015 5:40 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police would like to remind drivers to use caution when driving Interstate 15 north of Fort Hall. The northbound lanes of Interstate 15, starting at milepost 80, are experiencing slick roads and traffic is slow moving.

KL/EH
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***Final Update*** Crash blocking northbound I-15 near Fort Hall

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

For Immediate Release: 11/25/15 9:36 a.m.
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**Final Update**

The driver of the 2007 Chevrolet 1500 pickup was Elena Holbrook, 39, of Blackfoot, ID.

JC/KJ

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**Update**

On Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at 4:05 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash northbound on I-15 near milepost 82.

Terry Laeger, 60, of Pocatello, was driving a 2000 Freightliner southbound when he lost control of the vehicle after a tire blew. Laeger's vehicle crossed through the median and onto the northbound lanes. Upon crossing into oncoming traffic, the semi collided head on with a 2007 Chevrolet 1500 pickup traveling northbound.

An adult female was driving the Chevrolet with her 4 children. One child succumbed to their injuries at the scene; the other three were transported via ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center. The mother was also transported to the same hospital via air ambulance. The driver of the semi was not transported.

Seatbelts and child seats were being used at the time of the crash. Northbound lanes were blocked for approximately two hours.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police. Fort Hall Fire and Police as well as Bingham County Sheriff's deputies assisted on scene.

LS / SA

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The northbound lanes are open. There is still congestion in the area.

LS / SA

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound I-15 at milepost 82, two miles north of the Fort Hall exit. Both northbound lanes are blocked, and traffic is being diverted off the exit at this time. More will be released when it is available.

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Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Crash on US-93 Sends Six to the Hospital

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For Immediate Release: 11/24/15 11:48 PM
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On Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at 6:56 PM, the Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle crash southbound on US-93 near milepost 7, north of the Idaho/Nevada border.

Nathan Fenstermaker, 36, of Burley, was driving a 2010 Ford Pickup, pulling a 2015 trailer when the trailer began to fishtail. Fenstermaker lost control of the vehicle, left the road, overcorrected and veered into the southbound lanes. Gregory Harris, 35, of Kuna was southbound in a 2007 Buick and struck Fenstermaker's vehicle.

Harris and his passenger, Crystal Harris, 34, of Kuna, and three juveniles, as well as Fenstermaker, were transported via ground ambulance to St. Luke's Magic Valley in Twin Falls. Seatbelts were being used by all involved.

One southbound lane was blocked for approximately four hours, all lanes are now open.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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**Update** Crash blocking northbound I-15 near Fort Hall

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
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For Immediate Release: 11/24/15 10:20 p.m.
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**Update**

On Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at 4:05 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle fatality crash northbound on I-15 near milepost 82.

Terry Laeger, 60, of Pocatello, was driving a 2000 Freightliner southbound when he lost control of the vehicle after a tire blew. Laeger's vehicle crossed through the median and onto the northbound lanes. Upon crossing into oncoming traffic, the semi collided head on with a 2007 Chevrolet 1500 pickup traveling northbound.

An adult female was driving the Chevrolet with her 4 children. One child succumbed to their injuries at the scene; the other three were transported via ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center. The mother was also transported to the same hospital via air ambulance. The driver of the semi was not transported.

Seatbelts and child seats were being used at the time of the crash. Northbound lanes were blocked for approximately two hours.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police. Fort Hall Fire and Police as well as Bingham County Sheriff's deputies assisted on scene.

LS / SA

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The northbound lanes are open. There is still congestion in the area.

LS / SA

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound I-15 at milepost 82, two miles north of the Fort Hall exit. Both northbound lanes are blocked, and traffic is being diverted off the exit at this time. More will be released when it is available.

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**Update** Crash blocking northbound I-15 near Fort Hall

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

For Immediate Release: 11/24/15 7:00 p.m.
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**Update**

The northbound lanes are open. There is still congestion in the area.

LS / SA

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound I-15 at milepost 82, two miles north of the Fort Hall exit. Both northbound lanes are blocked, and traffic is being diverted off the exit at this time. More will be released when it is available.

LS / SC
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Crash blocking northbound I-15 near Fort Hall

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District 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
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For Immediate Release: 11/24/15 4:30 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound I-15 at milepost 82, two miles north of the Fort Hall exit. Both northbound lanes are blocked, and traffic is being diverted off the exit at this time. More will be released when it is available.

LS / SC
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Saturday, November 21, 2015

Crash North of the Main Ramp to I15 from Blackfoot Sends One to Hospital

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 236-6068

***FINAL UPDATE***FINAL UPDATE***FINAL UPDATE***

For Immediate Release: November 21, 2015 at 3:50 p.m.
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On November 21, 2015, at approximately 12:55 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 15, near milepost 93, in Blackfoot, ID.

Audrey L. Long, 22, of Round Rock, TX was driving southbound on Interstate 15 in a 2006 Kia. Long drove off the left shoulder of the road, came back onto the roadway and overcorrected, and again drove off the left shoulder, into the median. The vehicle rolled, then came to rest in the median, on its top.

Long was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. She was transported by ground ambulance to Bingham Memorial Hospital in Blackfoot, ID.


do / jc

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For Immediate Release: November 21, 2015 at 1:25 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash on Interstate 15, near milepost 93, just north of the main Blackfoot exits. All lanes of travel are open at this time, however crews are working in the median, and vehicle recovery will take place soon.

Further information will be released when it is available.


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Crash Being Investigated Just North of the Main Ramp to I15 from Blackfoot

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For Immediate Release: November 21, 2015 at 1:25 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash on Interstate 15, near milepost 93, just north of the main Blackfoot exits. All lanes of travel are open at this time, however crews are working in the median, and vehicle recovery will take place soon.

Further information will be released when it is available.


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Single-Vehicle Crash Near American Falls Sends One to Hospital

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District 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
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For Immediate Release: November 21, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
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On November 21, 2015, at approximately 6:45 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash near American Falls, ID.

Craig R. Cumber, 56, of Pocatello, ID was driving eastbound on Interstate 86, near milepost 40, in a 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. Cumber drifted off the right shoulder, overcorrected, and rolled the vehicle.

Cumber was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. He was transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, ID.

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Fatal Crash EB I90@3 Post Falls

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District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150


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DATE: November 21, 2015 TIME: 2:03 am LOCATION: EB I90@3 Post Falls

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Kootenai County Sheriffs Office

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Vanhorn,Eric W AGE 44
ADDRESS Coeur dAlene
INJURIES? Fatal
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 1997 VEHICLE MAKE Nissan VEHICLE MODEL Pathfinder
WRECKER Body By Scotty
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No



INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Vanhorn was traveling EB I90@3 when his vehicle left the road and struck the bridge substructure at McGuire road. The crash investigation continues. Next of kin has been notified



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Friday, November 20, 2015

FinalUpdate - Crash Blocks U.S. Highway 20/26 West of Notus

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For Immediate Release: 11/20/2015 at 9:23 p.m.
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Traffic is flowing in both directions of US20 following the crash involving a commercial vehicle and a Toyota Rav4. The crash occurred at approximately 12:20 this afternoon. The driver of the Toyota was Glenn Post, age 60, of Boise. The driver of the commercial vehicle was Jose Escobar, age 32, of Anaheim, CA. The investigation is ongoing.

EH/JS

*****Second Update*****

Traffic is still blocked at the crash on US20 near Lemp Ln. A commercial tractor/trailer was traveling eastbound on US20 at approximately milepost 13 when a Toyota Rav4 that was westbound crossed the center line and collided with the semi truck. The semi came to rest on the left shoulder of the road. The Toyota came to rest on the right shoulder. The driver of the Toyota was not wearing his seatbelt and died at the scene of the crash. The driver of the commercial vehicle was wearing his seatbelt. The name of the driver will be released when notifications have been made to next of kin.

*****Update*****

Traffic is being diverted from U.S. Highway 20 to Don Lane, to 10 Davis Road, and then to Gotsch Road.

KJ / KS

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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash U.S. Highway 20 at milepost 13, west of Notus. All lanes of travel are blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

KJ / KS
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Update - Crash Blocks U.S. Highway 20/26 West of Notus

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For Immediate Release: 11/20/2015 at 6:08 p.m.
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*****Second Update*****

Traffic is still blocked at the crash on US20 near Lemp Ln. A commercial tractor/trailer was traveling eastbound on US20 at approximately milepost 13 when a Toyota Rav4 that was westbound crossed the center line and collided with the semi truck. The semi came to rest on the left shoulder of the road. The Toyota came to rest on the right shoulder. The driver of the Toyota was not wearing his seatbelt and died at the scene of the crash. The driver of the commercial vehicle was wearing his seatbelt. The name of the driver will be released when notifications have been made to next of kin.

*****Update*****

Traffic is being diverted from U.S. Highway 20 to Don Lane, to 10 Davis Road, and then to Gotsch Road.

KJ / KS

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

Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash U.S. Highway 20 at milepost 13, west of Notus. All lanes of travel are blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

KJ / KS
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Update - Crash Blocks U.S. Highway 20/26 West of Notus

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For Immediate Release: 11/20/2015 at 1:11 p.m.
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*****Update*****

Traffic is being diverted from U.S. Highway 20 to Don Lane, to 10 Davis Road, and then to Gotsch Road.

KJ / KS

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

Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash U.S. Highway 20 at milepost 13, west of Notus. All lanes of travel are blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash Blocks U.S. Highway 20/26 West of Notus

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For Immediate Release: 11/20/2015 at 12:43 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash U.S. Highway 20 at milepost 13, west of Notus. All lanes of travel are blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Two Vehicle Crash Near Ft. Hall Sends One to Hospital

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

For Immediate Release: November 20, 2015 at 8:50 a.m.
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On November 20, 2015, at approximately 5:45 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 15, near milepost 79, just south of the Ft. Hall exit.

Martin Carreno Patino, 22, of Idaho Falls, ID was driving southbound in a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. Ahmad Mohammad, 20, of Pocatello, ID was ahead of Patino, driving southbound in a 2013 Ford Mustang, at a slower rate of speed than Patino. Patino did not slow sufficiently in time to avoid driving into the rear of Mohammad's vehicle.

Mohammad was transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center. Patino and Mohammad were both wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash.



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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Update: Crash blocking Perrine Bridge

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For Immediate Release: 11/19/15 10:40pm
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*Final Update*

On November 18, 2015, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash on US Highway 93 at milepost 50, the Perrine Bridge. Dennis Kerbs, 53 of Nampa, was northbound in a 2005 Chevrolet truck. Jeneene Crivits, 25 of Jerome, was northbound in a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. Kerbs braked for traffic, and Crivits struck the back of the truck, disabling the Impala.

Both drivers were wearing seatbelts. Crivits was transported by ground ambulance to St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls, Idaho. The left lane of northbound travel was blocked for approximately one and a half hours. This crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound on US Highway 93 at milepost 50, the Perrine Bridge. There is some blockage of the northbound lanes. More information will be released when it is available.

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Injury Crash Near Driggs

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

For Immediate Release: 11/19/15 9:45 p.m.
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On Thursday, November 19, 2015, at 5:03 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash on State Highway 33 at milepost 139.8, near Driggs. Val Casper, 67 of Driggs, was southbound in a 2001 Dodge Ram Laramie pickup. At the same time, a 1998 Volkswagen Passat was northbound at the same location. Casper lost control on snow covered roads and crossed over into the northbound lanes and collided with the Passat. Neither driver was wearing a seatbelt; both were taken by ground ambulance to Teton Valley Hospital in Driggs. The identity of the driver for the Passat is still being verified.

Both lanes of State Highway 33 were blocked for approximately 2 hours. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police with the assistance from Teton County Sheriff and Teton Valley EMS.

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Crash blocking Perrine Bridge

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound on US Highway 93 at milepost 50, the Perrine Bridge. There is some blockage of the northbound lanes. More information will be released when it is available.

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Idaho State Police Plan "All Hands on Deck" Operation and Enhanced Seatbelt Patrols for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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Teresa Baker
Public Information Officer
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 11/19/15 at 4:30 p.m.

MERIDIAN - The Idaho State Police want all those traveling on Idaho's roads and highways to make it to their holiday destination safe. ISP will start out the holiday travel season tomorrow with extra patrols on the road for "All Hands on Deck" in conjunction with the beginning of stepped up enforcement of Idaho's seatbelt law.

Emphasis patrols have been found to be an effective tool to improve driving safety and reduce crashes. During "All Hands on Deck" troopers will focus on traffic violations that are known to be factors in crashes and cause fatalities. Speed, aggressive and distracted driving often top the list, along with driving while impaired and failing to use safety belts and child safety seats.

The seatbelt emphasis patrols will continue through November 29th with the extra patrols made possible with a grant from the Idaho Transportation Department's Office of Highway Safety.

"We want to give families added safety on the roads to start out the holiday season," says Colonel Ralph Powell. "The Thanksgiving holiday is a busy time for friends and families, but it is also a busy time for crashes and fatalities. ISP wants to do all we can to prevent these tragedies and make sure everybody gets to spend the holiday season with their family."

The goal of the "All Hands on Deck" enhanced patrols is not to only enforce the traffic laws but, now that winter is upon us, to also remind the public of the simple things that can save your life or the life of a loved one:

- Buckle up! Make sure everybody in your vehicle is wearing a seatbelt or properly restrained in a child safety seat, it's the best defense in the event of a crash;

- Drive according to conditions even if it is below the posted speed limit and give yourself room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you;

- Drive sober! Plan ahead and designate a sober driver before drinking and give them your keys. If you or a friend are impaired, call a taxi, a sober friend or family member to get you home safely.

- Just drive. Put the distractions such as your phone or food away until you reach your destination. If you are using GPS, let a passenger navigate for you.

- Promptly report suspected drunk drivers or other hazardous drivers you see on roadways to law enforcement. Call the Idaho State Police on your mobile phone at *ISP (*477) or simply dial 9-1-1.

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Single Vehicle Injury Crash on US20 in Idaho Falls

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Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 525-7377 FAX: (208) 525-7294

For Immediate Release: 11/15/15 3:13 p.m.
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On November 19th, 2015 at approximately 11:50 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle rollover crash, eastbound on U.S. Highway 20 at milepost 308, near Idaho Falls. Sheridan Mattson, age 20, of Rigby, was driving westbound in a 1985 Ford Ranger, when he lost control of his vehicle, hit the guard rail, and rolled his vehicle in the median. Mattson was ejected and landed on the eastbound shoulder of U.S. Highway 20. Mattson was transported by ground ambulance to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.

Mattson was not wearing his seatbelt. The left eastbound lane of travel was blocked for approximately one hour while crews worked to clear the scene. Idaho State Police was assisted by the Idaho Falls Police Department and Bonneville County Sheriffs Office. The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

AC/KJ


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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Injury Crash WB US2 at 24

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615 W Wilbur Ave
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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

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District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT One CASE # C15002381

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DATE: November 18th, 2015 TIME: 12:18 AM LOCATION: WB US2 at milepost 24 - west of Sandpoint

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Bonner County Deputies

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Nichols, Caleb J AGE 24
ADDRESS Priest River, Idaho
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? None
VEHICLE YEAR 2010 VEHICLE MAKE Chevy VEHICLE MODEL Cobalt
WRECKER Clyde's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown

PASSENGER(S)

NAME Peterson, Tiffany A AGE 22
ADDRESS Priest River, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Bonner General Hospital
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No


NAME Walkup, Dylan T AGE 23
ADDRESS Priest River, Idaho
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Health
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Unknown


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Nichols was westbound on US2 at milepost 24 when he lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle left the north side of US2, struck the embankment and came to rest on it's top. Peterson was ejected at the scene and Walkup was transported by ground ambulance to Kootenai Health. Nichols was arrested and booked into the Bonner County Jail for aggravated DUI.

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Train Vs. Vehicle Crash Near Downey

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

For Immediate Release: 11/18/2015 at 2:50 a.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office


On Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at 11:26 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a crash involving a single vehicle and a train near Downey.

Ryan Steward, 39, of Downey, was travelling west on East 2nd Street when his 1993 Dodge Pickup stalled on the railroad tracks. Steward exited his vehicle before it was struck by an oncoming train travelling southbound on the tracks.

Steward was not injured in the crash and due to the investigation was charged with felony DUI and driving without privileges. Steward was incarcerated at the Bannock County Jail.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Saturday, November 14, 2015

Fatality Crash on SH55 at Chicken Dinner Road

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For Immediate Release: 11/15/2015 12:45 a.m.
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****Final Update****

On November 14, 2015, at approximately 6:45 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, fatality crash on SH 55 at Chicken Dinner Road, in Canyon County.

Melissa Loucks, 39, of Marsing, was northbound on SH 55 near Chicken Dinner road in a 2012 Ford Fusion. Carolina Estrada-Hernandez, 18, of Caldwell, was southbound in a 2001 Ford Taurus. The Ford Taurus crossed the center line and struck the Fusion on the front passenger side. The Taurus overturned and came to rest on its top.

Estrada-Hernandez' passenger, Vanessa Mendoza, 18, of Caldwell, was not wearing a seatbelt and was transported via ground ambulance to West Valley Medical Center, in Caldwell where she later succumbed to her injuries. Two juvenile passengers and three passengers from Loucks' vehicle were transported to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

None of the subjects in Loucks vehicle were wearing seatbelts, one subject in Estrada-Hernandez' vehicle was wearing a seatbelt.

The road was blocked for approximately three hours and fifteen minutes while crews worked to clear the scene.
The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

HG/SA


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At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash on State Highway 55 at milepost 7.6, near Chicken Dinner Rd. The highway is currently blocked. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Three Vehicles Crash Near The Perrine Bridge

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For Immediate Release: 11/14/15 8:54 p.m.
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On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 6:21 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a three vehicle, non-injury crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 93 and Golf Course Road, north of the Perrine bridge in Jerome County.

William Packham, 35, of Twin Falls, was travelling south on Highway 93 in a 2004 Honda Pilot. Packham's vehicle, while approaching the intersection with Golf Course Road, collided with the rear of a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban, driven by Breanne Steward, 19, of Buhl. Steward's vehicle then collided with the rear of a 2013 GMC Yukon, being driven by Jennifer Canoy, 32, of Twin Falls.

The southbound left lane of travel was blocked for approximately one and a half hours.

All drivers were seatbelted at the time of the crash.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Injury Crash on SH55 at Chicken Dinner Road

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For Immediate Release: 11/14/15 7:15 PM
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At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash on State Highway 55 at milepost 7.6, near Chicken Dinner Rd. The highway is currently blocked. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Friday, November 13, 2015

Two Vehicle Crash Blocks Southbound Lane of US91 near Ballard Road

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

For Immediate Release: 11/13/2015 at 7:18 pm
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***Final Update***

On Friday, November 13, 2015, at 5:17 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle property damage crash on U.S. 91 and Ballard near Fort Hall.

Bryan Plentywounds, 33, of Fort Hall, driving a 2002 Oldsmobile Alero, was attempting to turn east onto Ballard Road. Timothy McCammon, 31, of Blackfoot, attempted to pass Plentywounds on the left in a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado pickup. McCammon struck Plentywound's vehicle, went off the right shoulder, through a fence, and rolled. All parties were wearing seatbelts, and no injuries were reported. The southbound lanes of U.S. 91 were blocked for approximately one hour. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

KL/EH
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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a property damage crash blocking southbound US91 at milepost 84, near Ballard Rd. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when driving through the area. More information will be released as it becomes available.


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Two Vehicle Crash Blocks Southbound Lane of US91 near Ballard Road

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

For Immediate Release: 11/13/2015 at 5:57 pm
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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a property damage crash blocking southbound US91 at milepost 84, near Ballard Rd. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when driving through the area. More information will be released as it becomes available.


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Fatality crash near Rupert.

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For Immediate Release: 11/13/15 4:30 p.m.
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On Friday, November 13, 2015, at approximately 10:21 a.m., a two vehicle fatality crash occurred at the intersection of State Highway 25 and 100 East Road, near Rupert. A 2006 Kenworth tractor pulling an empty trailer, driven by Joseph Murray, 31, of Pendleton, OR, was southbound on 100 East Road and failed to yield for a stop sign at the intersection of State Highway 25 (Baseline Road). Robert Paulson, 75, of Rupert, was driving west on State Highway 25, in a 1975 Volkswagen Bug and collided with Murray's tractor.

Paulson succumbed to his injuries at the scene and notification has been made to his family.

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Thursday, November 12, 2015

Fatal crash US12 MP168.7 Lolo Pass

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Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

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District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209-8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT TWO CASE #: L15001305

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DATE: 11/12/2015 TIME: 7:26 AM LOCATION: EB US12 MP 168.7 Lolo Pass

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Idaho Dept of Transportation

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER: Gail L. Hill AGE: 56
ADDRESS: Stevensville, MT
INJURIES: Fatal
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: Trenary Funeral Home, Kooskia
VEHICLE: 2005 Toyota Tacoma Pickup
WRECKER: Red's Towing, Missoula, MT
SEAT-BELTS/HELMET WORN: Yes

PASSENGER: John R. Walker AGE: 45
ADDRESS: Stevensville, MT
INJURIES: No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN: N/A
SEAT-BELTS/HELMET WORN: unknown


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Hill was Eastbound on US12 near milepost 168.7 when she lost control while negotiating a left hand curve. She slid off the roadway and the pickup overturned, landing on its top, and coming to rest with the driver's compartment and roof against a tree.



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Idaho State Police To Release Findings From Investigation of Officer-Involved Shooting in Middleton in March

IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Teresa Baker
Public Information Officer
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 11/12/15 at 6:40 a.m.

MERIDIAN - The Idaho State Police will hold a news conference this morning at 10:30 a.m. to release the findings of the investigation of the officer-involved shooting on March 18, 2015 after a Canyon County Sheriff's deputy responded to a domestic dispute in Middleton involving Brandon Rapp. Mr. Rapp was fatally injured during the incident.

During the news conference Idaho State Police will release evidence that was gathered during the investigation and the findings of the Idaho Attorney General's Office, the special prosecutor in the matter.

Location: Idaho State Police District 3
700 S. Stratford Dr., Building 9
Meridian

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Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Fatal Crash NB SH13@17.2, South of Stites

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

Please direct questions to the appropriate District Offices
District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150

CASE #: L15001302 District: Two
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DATE: 11/11/2015 TIME: 1:59 pm LOCATION: NB SH13 at milepost 17.2, South of Stites
ASSISTING AGENCIES: Idaho County Sheriff's Office, Idaho Transportation Department
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VEHICLE #1
DRIVER: Tommy D Paul
AGE: 72
ADDRESS: Kooskia, ID
INJURIES?: Fatal
LOCATION TAKEN?: Trenary Funeral Home
VEHICLE YEAR: 2001
VEHICLE MAKE: Ford VEHICLE MODEL: Escort
WRECKER: Miles Towing
SEATBELTS WORN?: No
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INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Paul was traveling northbound on SH13 at milepost 17.2 when he drove off the right shoulder and impacted a rock face. The vehicle overturned partially ejecting Paul. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Next of kin has been notified.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Injury Crash NB US95@470, South of Sandpoint, ID

Idaho State Police
Regional Communication Center - North
615 W Wilbur Ave
Suite A
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

Please direct questions to the appropriate District Offices
District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150

CASE #: C15002331 District: One
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DATE: 11/10/15 TIME: 4:42 pm LOCATION: NB US95@470, South of Sandpoint
ASSISTING AGENCIES: Bonner County Sheriff's Office, Idaho Transportation Department
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VEHICLE #1
DRIVER: Donald R Frey
AGE: 43
ADDRESS: Columbia Falls, MT
INJURIES?: No
VEHICLE YEAR: 2003
VEHICLE MAKE: Lincoln VEHICLE MODEL: Aviator
WRECKER: Northwest Auto Body
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes

PASSENGER(S): Ginger L Hollett
ADDRESS: Priest River, ID
INJURIES?: No
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VEHICLE #2
DRIVER: William R Murray
AGE: 51
ADDRESS: Sandpoint, ID
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Bonner General Hospital
VEHICLE YEAR: 2009
VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota VEHICLE MODEL: Camery
WRECKER: A-1 Towing
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes

PASSENGER #1: Daniel P Wanous
ADDRESS: Cocolalla, ID
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Bonner General Hospital

PASSENGER #2: Patrick R Raynor
ADDRESS: Sagle, ID
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Bonner General Hospital

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VEHICLE #3
DRIVER: Paul G Adams
AGE: 57
ADDRESS: Sagle, ID
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Bonner General Hospital

VEHICLE YEAR: 1996
VEHICLE MAKE: Ford VEHICLE MODEL: Explorer
WRECKER: Al's Towing
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes

PASSENGER: Tammy L Knowles-Wright
ADDRESS: Sagle
INJURIES?: Yes
HOSPITAL TAKEN?: Bonner General Hospital
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VEHICLE #4
DRIVER: Barry L Johnson
AGE: 61
ADDRESS: Cocolalla, ID
INJURIES?: No

VEHICLE YEAR: 2000
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda VEHICLE MODEL: Accord
WRECKER: Clyde's Towing
SEATBELTS WORN?: Yes
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INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Johnson was traveling northbound on US95 near milepost 470 when he began slowing to make a left hand turn in to the New Song Bible Church. Murray was travelling northbound as well, slowing down behind Johnson. Frey was also traveling northbound US95 and failed to notice that Johnson and Murray had slowed. Frey rear-ended Murray causing Murray to strike Johnson before being pushed into the southbound lane in front of Adams who was traveling southbound on US95. Murray and Adams then collided head-on. All of US95 was blocked for approximately two hours.



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Monday, November 9, 2015

**Update** One vehicle crash northbound SH-55 at milepost 81.5

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For Immediate Release: 11/9/2015 11:40 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

*****BEGINNING OF UPDATE*****

On Monday, November 09, 2015, at approximately 6:20 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, property damage crash southbound on SH-55 at milepost 80, five miles north of Banks.

Leon Qualls, 63, of Emmett, was southbound on SH-55 in a 2006 Kenworth tractor pulling two trailers. Qualls failed to negotiate a curve in the road, went off the road and hit the jersey barrier on the west side of the road. The semi came to rest blocking the northbound lane. The rear trailer overturned.

Both northbound and southbound lanes were blocked for approximately an hour-and-a-half. The northbound lanes were blocked for approximately two hours after that. Quall was wearing his seatbelt.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

KB / HG

*****END OF UPDATE*****


The Idaho State Police are investigating a one-vehicle, semi crash northbound SH-55 at milepost 81.5. Both northbound and southbound lanes are blocked at this time.
More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Officer On a Train Enforcement

Press Release For Immediate Release Press Release

Idaho Operation Lifesaver
Officer on a Train and Adopt a Crossing

On Thursday, November 12, 2015, City, County and State Law Enforcement Officers will be conducting an Officer on a Train and Adopt a Crossing enforcement operation in Northern Idaho.

The purpose of this enforcement operation is to increase public awareness of the potential dangers that exist at highway railroad intersections and eliminate driver actions that can have tragic consequences, by enforcing the traffic laws that pertain to these intersections. The enforcement program is one of three parts of the Operation Lifesaver effort, which include engineering and education, designed to eliminate car train collisions.

During the Officer on a Train enforcement effort, one officer is placed in the lead locomotive of a train as a spotter. This officer observes traffic approaching the highway rail intersections as the train proceeds down the tracks. Other officers pace the train or are parked at specific locations. When a motorist is observed violating the laws pertaining to the approaching intersection, the officer on the train radios one of the chase cars which stop the motorist, explain the dangers and issue a citation.

With the Adopt a Crossing approach, City, County and State Law Enforcement officers from throughout Northern Idaho will pick a crossing and enforce the laws that pertain to the crossing.

During 2014, there were 22 car train collisions and 4 trespassing incidents. This year to date, there have been 12 car/train collisions reported and 5 trespassing incidents.

Since 1990, the Officer on a Train and Adopt a Crossing programs have been instrumental in helping reduce the number of car train collisions in the state. City, county and state law enforcement, state and federal agencies, along with the private business and the railroads that operate in the state sponsor the Idaho Operation Lifesaver program.

Idaho Operation Lifesaver is dedicated to eliminating car train collisions, which result in preventable deaths and injuries. For additional information or to schedule a free presentation, call Idaho Operation Lifesaver @ 208-412-2481.


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News Department Information Only (Do not release to public)

The Officer on a Train enforcement operation will be in Kootenai and Bonner Counties.

For additional information, or to arrange a ride along on the train contact:

Travis Campbell Idaho Operation Lifesaver 208-412-2481
Sgt. Jonelle Greear Idaho State Police 208-660-0948

One vehicle crash northbound SH-55 at milepost 81.5

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

For Immediate Release: 11/9/2015 7:28 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police are investigating a one-vehicle, semi crash northbound SH-55 at milepost 81.5. Both northbound and southbound lanes are blocked at this time.
More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash Near Blacks Creek Leads to Foot Pursuit, Drug Arrest

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For Immediate Release: 11/19/15 4:50 p.m.
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On November 9, 2015, at approximately 7:33 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle crash eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, near Blacks Creek Road. Amanda Hernandez, age 28, of Jerome, was driving eastbound in a 2001 Ford Focus. Hernandez lost control of her vehicle and went off the road into the median. When Idaho State Police arrived at the scene of the crash, the actions of Hernandez's passenger, Ricardo Garcia Ruiz, age 23, of Twin Falls, began to concern the trooper. The trooper then searched Garcia Ruiz and removed methamphetamine and a pocket knife from Garcia Ruiz. Garcia Ruiz then fled on foot from the trooper and attempted to steal a vehicle from someone who was a witness to the crash. When Garcia Ruiz was unsuccessful at stealing the vehicle, he fled on foot away from troopers. After nearly 2 hours of chasing the suspect, Idaho State Police took Garcia Ruiz into custody with assistance from Boise Police Department, Ada County Sheriff's Office, and Idaho Fish and Game.

Hernandez and Garcia Ruiz were both transported to St. Luke's Downtown for minor injuries. Both parties were then incarcerated in the Ada County Jail. The incident is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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One vehicle crash westbound I-84 at milepost 67

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For Immediate Release: 11/9/2015 4:37 p.m.
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On Monday, November 9, 2015, at approximately 12:30 P.M., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, injury crash on westbound I84, near milepost 67, in Ada County.

Pamela Herron, 55, of Boise, ID, was driving westbound on I84 in a 1998 Ford Explorer. For unknown reasons, Herron drove off the right shoulder, down an embankment, and rolled the vehicle several times. Herron was ejected from the vehicle.

Pamela Herron and her passenger Robin Herron, 59, of Boise, ID, were transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

No seat belts were worn.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Saturday, November 7, 2015

** District Two ** Injury Crash US95 MP307

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615 W Wilbur Ave
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District 1 (208) 209-8620 Fax (208) 209- 8618
District 2 (208) 799-5150
PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT TWO CASE # L15001282

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DATE: November 7, 2015 TIME: 12:23 pm LOCATION: NB US95 MP307, Lewiston, Idaho

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Nancy K. Gossi AGE 57
ADDRESS - Hagerman, Idaho
INJURIES- No
HOSPITAL- N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2008 VEHICLE MAKE Chevrolet VEHICLE MODEL Tahoe
WRECKER Bernards Towing
SEATBELTS- Yes

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DRIVER Jacob A. Johns AGE 26
ADDRESS Lewiston, Idaho
INJURIES- Yes
HOSPITAL- St. Josephs Hospital
VEHICLE YEAR 1993 VEHICLE MAKE Jeep VEHICLE MODEL Grand Cherokee hauling a single axel trailer with an ATV.
WRECKER- Forests Towing
SEATBELTS- Yes

PASSENGER Kelley A. Stamdal
INJURIES- Yes
HOSPITAL- Sacred Heart Medical Center, Spokane, WA

INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Gossi was attempting to turn left onto southbound US95 from Nez Perce Drive when she struck Johns vehicle that was traveling northbound. Both vehicles came to rest in the southbound lanes of US95. The road was blocked intermittently for two hours.



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Crash Involving a Car Hauler Injuries one

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For Immediate Release: 11/07/2015 5:26 a.m.

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On Friday, November 6, 2015, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash, on Interstate 84 near the Middleton exit. Jeffery Richlin, 52, of Caldwell, and Anton Davis, 35, of Billings, Montana, were traveling westbound on Interstate 84 near exit 25. Richlin, travelling in a 1989 Toyota pickup, swerved to avoid debris in the roadway and lost control of his vehicle, hitting the median guardrail. His vehicle then entered the path of Davis, driving a 2000 Peterbilt semi-truck pulling a loaded car hauler. The two vehicles collided and the car hauler went through the guardrail, coming to rest on the North side of the median railing. During the crash, the car hauler lost one of the vehicles on its trailer.

Richlin was transported by ground ambulance to West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell.

Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts.

Both westbound lanes of travel were blocked for approximately two hours.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.



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Friday, November 6, 2015

Injury Crash on Smith Avenue and Middleton Road in Nampa

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For Immediate Release: 11/06/2015 3:00 p.m.

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On Friday, November 6, 2015, at approximately 7:57 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle injury crash at the intersection of Middleton Road and Smith Avenue in Nampa. Mark A. Austin, 47, of Caldwell, was traveling eastbound on Smith Avenue in a 2000 Ford Mustang. Austin failed to yield at a stop sign at the intersection of Smith Avenue and Middleton Road. Neil C. Crane, 67, of Nampa, was traveling northbound on Middleton Road in a 1983 Chevrolet Suburban when he struck Austin's vehicle.

Austin was transported by ground ambulance to Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Nampa.

Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.



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Thursday, November 5, 2015

Crash north of Ashton claims one

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

For Immediate Release: 11/05/15 10:15 p.m.
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On November 5th, 2015 at 5:26 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a crash on U.S. Highway 20 near milepost 375, approximately 14 miles north of Ashton, Idaho. Gregory Griffith, 52 of Jackson, Wyoming was westbound on US-20 in a Toyota Tacoma. There was snow and ice on the roadway. Griffith lost control of his vehicle and slid into oncoming traffic, where the truck was struck by a Toyota pickup driven by James Staggs, 55 of Island Park, Idaho.

Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts. Griffith succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Notifications have been made to his family. Staggs was transported by ground ambulance to Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg, Idaho.

Both eastbound and westbound lanes were blocked until 7:40 p.m., when the westbound lane was opened to allow traffic to flow past the scene. The eastbound lane opened approximately 45 minutes later.

Idaho State Police was assisted by Fremont County Sherriff's Office, Island Park Ambulance, Madison Ambulance, and Idaho Fish and Game.

MP/BT


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One vehicle fatal crash on US-95 at milepost 169

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For Immediate Release: 11/5/2015

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On Thursday, November 5, 2015, at approximately 12:26 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle, fatal crash northbound on US-95 at milepost 169, eight miles north of New Meadows.

Douglas Freeman, 64, of Lewiston, was northbound on US-95 in a 2008 GMC Canyon. The GMC went off the east shoulder, overcorrected, and went off the west shoulder, where the vehicle rolled. The GMC came to rest on the west shoulder.

Freeman was transported to St. Luke's McCall Medical Center by ground ambulance, where he succumbed to his injuries. Next of kin has been notified.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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**UPDATE** Gravel on roadway

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

For Immediate Release: 11/05/15 05:08 P.M.
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**Update:**

At this time , the gravel has been removed and all lanes are open.



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Gravel on roadway

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

For Immediate Release: 11/05/15 04:30 P.M.
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On Thursday, November 5, 2015, at approximately 3:35 P.M., the Idaho State Police responded to a report of gravel on the roadway near milepost 50 on Interstate 86.

Troopers are requesting motorists use caution and slow down while traveling near that area. Idaho Transportation Department and troopers are working to clear the lane.

More will be released when it is available.

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Idaho State Police Update on Shooting Investigation in Adams County

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Teresa Baker
Public Information Officer
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 11/05/15 at 4:15 p.m.

MERIDIAN - The Idaho State Police would like to thank those who have come forward with information regarding the shooting that took place in Adams County on Sunday evening involving two sheriff's deputies.

ISP reassures those involved in this incident, their families and the public at large, that they are committed to complete a thorough investigation into this incident to determine exactly what transpired.

The scene has been processed and ISP detectives are continuing to conduct interviews and are methodically examining each piece of evidence. Physical evidence will be sent to forensic labs for analysis in hopes of revealing further facts that will help piece together the events that unfolded that night.

The testing of forensic evidence and an investigation of this nature takes time and ISP and the Adams County Sheriff's Office request patience as the investigation process continues. There will not be any information or comments on the evidence involved in this incident until the investigation is complete.

Neither ISP nor the Adams County Sheriff's Office are able to provide an update on the condition of the occupants of the Subaru station wagon that was involved in the motor vehicle crash that was a part of this incident. The vehicle was driven by a 53 year-old man from Nampa who was accompanied by a female passenger.

Again, ISP detectives are interested in speaking to anyone that may have been a witness to the events leading up to or after this incident. Please contact them at 208-884-7110.


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Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Injury Crash I84 at 239

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For Immediate Release: November 4, 2015 9:25 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Final Update***

On Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 4:40 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash on Interstate 84 near milepost 239, in Cassia County.

Robert Hall, 47, of Emmett, Idaho, was driving eastbound in a 2016 Freightliner semi. Guyle Carver, 66, of Boise, was eastbound in a 2009 Mercury Mariner. The Mariner struck the back of the semi trailer and came to rest in the fast lane.

Carver was transported via air ambulance to Portneuf Regional Medical Center in Pocatello, Hall was not transported. Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts.

The lanes were completely blocked for about an hour and partially blocked for approximately another hour and ten minutes while crews worked to clear the scene.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

HG/KL


****Update****

All lanes of travel are now open.

HG/KB

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

One lane of travel is now open.

HG/KB


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The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash eastbound Interstate 84 near milepost 239. Both eastbound lanes are currently blocked.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Lanes open Eastbound I84 at 239

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For Immediate Release: November 4, 2015 7:13 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

****Update****

All lanes of travel are now open.

HG/KB

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

One lane of travel is now open.

HG/KB


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The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash eastbound Interstate 84 near milepost 239. Both eastbound lanes are currently blocked.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

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*Update* Crash Eastbound I84 at 239

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For Immediate Release: November 4, 2015 6:24 p.m.
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******Update*****

One lane of travel is now open.

HG/KB


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The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash eastbound Interstate 84 near milepost 239. Both eastbound lanes are currently blocked.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

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One vehicle crash westbound I-84 at milepost 64

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For Immediate Release: 11/4/2015 6:10 p.m.
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On Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at approximately 2:51 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, injury crash westbound I-84 at milepost 64, five miles east of Boise.

Patti Barnard, 61, of Moses Lake, Washington, was westbound in a 1998 Lexus ES 300. The vehicle went off the left shoulder, overcorrected, rolled, and came to rest partially blocking the left lane.

Barnard was wearing her seatbelt. She was transported to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center by ground ambulance. The lanes were blocked for approximately an hour and a half.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Crash Eastbound I84 at 239

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For Immediate Release: November 4, 2015 5:35 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash eastbound Interstate 84 near milepost 239. Both eastbound lanes are currently blocked.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

HG/KB
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Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Idaho State Police Request Anyone on US95 in Adams County at Time of Shooting on Sunday Evening To Contact Them

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Teresa Baker
Public Information Officer
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 11/03/15 at 3:15 p.m.

MERIDIAN - Idaho State Police detectives are asking for anyone that may have been witness to events leading up to, or after, the shooting incident on US95 in Adams County on Sunday, November 1st to contact them.

The incident started at approximately 6:45 p.m. when the Adams County Sheriff's Office received a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a Subaru station wagon and a cow bull on US95 at milepost 142, north of Council. Emergency medical services, fire department personnel and Adams County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene and traffic on US95 was stopped. It was during this time until approximately 7:45 p.m. that detectives believe that there were a number of motorists stopped near the scene of the crash before the shooting incident involving Adams County Sheriff's deputies and Mr. Jack Yantis, that may have information useful to their investigation. The witnesses did not have to actually see the shooting incident to be helpful to the investigation.

If you were in the area and did not already provide your information to Idaho State Police troopers or detectives, please call the Idaho State Police District 3 Investigations at 208-884-7110.


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Idaho State Police Investigating A Shooting Involving Adams County Sheriff's Deputies

On Sunday, November 1, 2015, at approximately 6:45 p.m. Adams County Sheriff's Office received a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a passenger car and a cow bull on US95 at milepost 142, north of Council.

Emergency medical personnel and Adams County deputies arrived to the scene and began to extricate the driver and a passenger from a Subaru station wagon. During this time the bull that was injured in the crash began charging at first responders and other vehicles.

As deputies prepared to put the injured bull down, the owner of the bull, Jack Yantis, 62 of Council, arrived on scene with a rifle. The events that transpired over the course of the next few minutes are under investigation but, at this time, it is believed that two deputies and Mr. Yantis all fired their weapons. Mr. Yantis sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. One deputy sustained a minor injury.

"Our thoughts are with our community and especially all those involved in this incident," said Adams County Sheriff Ryan Zollman. "The Adams County Sheriff's Office takes matters involving any use of force very seriously and we have requested detectives with the Idaho State Police to conduct the investigation into this incident."

The deputies who were involved are on paid administrative leave per agency policy. Their names are not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.

The two people who were involved in the motor vehicle crash were transported by air ambulance to a Boise hospital. The conditions of these two people are unknown at this time.

US95 was blocked from 6:45 pm until 3:05 am. Passenger vehicles were rerouted along county roads and commercial vehicles were stopped until the highway opened.

The investigation is ongoing and no other information is expected to be released today.

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Monday, November 2, 2015

Injury Crash US95@485 (District One) C15002270

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District 2 (208) 799-5150


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT ONE CASE # C15002270

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DATE: 11/2/2015 TIME: 9:18 A.M. LOCATION: Northbound US95 near milepost 485 , near Sandpoint,ID

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Bonner County Sheriff's Department

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Avery,Joan L AGE 65 Years
ADDRESS Sandpoint,ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Bonner General Hospital
VEHICLE YEAR 2001 VEHICLE MAKE Chevy VEHICLE MODEL Tahoe
WRECKER Northwest Auto Body
SEATBELT WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S): None


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DRIVER Hodgson,Steven W AGE 50 Years
ADDRESS Sandpoint,ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Bonner General Hospital
VEHICLE YEAR 1998 VEHICLE MAKE Chevy VEHICLE MODEL Pickup
WRECKER A-1 Towing
SEATBELT WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S)None


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DRIVER Kohr,Terry L AGE 59 Years
ADDRESS Ephrata,WA
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2013 VEHICLE MAKE Dodge VEHICLE MODEL Ram
WRECKER N/A
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

Passengers: None


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Avery was traveling southbound on US95 near milepost 485 when she failed to observe traffic stopping in the southbound lane. Avery rear ended Hodgson's vehicle, causing Avery's vehicle to spin into the northbound lane of travel where it was struck by Kohr's vehicle. The highway was blocked for approximately 2.5 hours.



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Idaho State Police Investigating A Shooting Involving Adams County Sheriff's Deputies

IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Teresa Baker
Public Information Officer
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 11/02/15 at 11:30 a.m.

On Sunday, November 1, 2015, at approximately 6:45 p.m. Adams County Sheriff's Office received a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a passenger car and a cow bull on US95 at milepost 142, north of Council.

Emergency medical personnel and Adams County deputies arrived to the scene and began to extricate the driver and a passenger from a Subaru station wagon. During this time the bull that was injured in the crash began charging at first responders and other vehicles.

As deputies prepared to put the injured bull down, the owner of the bull, Jack Yantis, 62 of Council, arrived on scene with a rifle. The events that transpired over the course of the next few minutes are under investigation but, at this time, it is believed that two deputies and Mr. Yantis all fired their weapons. Mr. Yantis sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. One deputy sustained a minor injury.

"Our thoughts are with our community and especially all those involved in this incident," said Adams County Sheriff Ryan Zollman. "The Adams County Sheriff's Office takes matters involving any use of force very seriously and we have requested detectives with the Idaho State Police to conduct the investigation into this incident."

The deputies who were involved are on paid administrative leave per agency policy. Their names are not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.

The two people who were involved in the motor vehicle crash were transported by air ambulance to a Boise hospital. The conditions of these two people are unknown at this time.

US95 was blocked from 6:45 pm until 3:05 am. Passenger vehicles were rerouted along county roads and commercial vehicles were stopped until the highway opened.

The investigation is ongoing and no other information is expected to be released today.

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The Idaho State Police is currently handling a crash that is blocking US95 near milepost 485, approximately ten-miles north of Sandpoint,ID. Both the northbound and southbound lanes are blocked, and will be for a while. We urge the public to find alternate routes and avoid the area if possible. Thank you for your assistance.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

UPDATE Crash Westbound I-84 at the US-93 Junction

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For Immediate Release: 11/01/15 8:33 PM
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***** UPDATE *****

All lanes are now open

jh/js
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On Sunday, November 1, 2015, at approximately 8:47 AM, Idaho State Police investigated a property damage crash westbound I-84 near mile marker 173, near the US-93 and I-84 junction, in Jerome County.


Ramon Diaz Sierra, 47, of Boise, was driving a 2016 Freightliner semi hauling one trailer. Diaz Sierra slowed for merging traffic; the trailer fish-tailed and went off the road. Diaz Sierra came back on the road, overcorrected, the vehicle over turned onto its side coming to rest in the right lane of travel. Diaz Sierra was wearing a seatbelt.


The westbound right lane of travel is currently blocked. An update will be sent out when the lane is open.

This crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash westbound I-84 at mile marker 173, near the US-93 and I-84 junction, in Jerome County.

The right lane is blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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UPDATE Crash Westbound I-84 at the US-93 Junction

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For Immediate Release: 11/01/15 2:25 PM
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***** UPDATE *****


On Sunday, November 1, 2015, at approximately 8:47 AM, Idaho State Police investigated a property damage crash westbound I-84 near mile marker 173, near the US-93 and I-84 junction, in Jerome County.


Ramon Diaz Sierra, 47, of Boise, was driving a 2016 Freightliner semi hauling one trailer. Diaz Sierra slowed for merging traffic; the trailer fish-tailed and went off the road. Diaz Sierra came back on the road, overcorrected, the vehicle over turned onto its side coming to rest in the right lane of travel. Diaz Sierra was wearing a seatbelt.


The westbound right lane of travel is currently blocked. An update will be sent out when the lane is open.

This crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash westbound I-84 at mile marker 173, near the US-93 and I-84 junction, in Jerome County.

The right lane is blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash Westbound I-84 at the US-93 Junction

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For Immediate Release: 11/01/15 9:18 AM

Please direct questions to the District Office

Idaho State Police is currently investigating a crash westbound I-84 at mile marker 173, near the US-93 and I-84 junction, in Jerome County.

The right lane is blocked at this time. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Injury Crash I84 at Broadway

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For Immediate Release: Sunday, November 1, 2015 3:35 a.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

On Sunday, November 1, 2015, the Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle, injury crash at the I84 Broadway on ramp.

Matthew Tarpley, 20, of Torrance, California, was driving southbound on Broadway in a 2010 Honda Civic. Tarpley attempted to turn onto the westbound I84 on ramp and failed to negotiate the curve. The vehicle drove up over a concrete triangle divider, rolled, and came to rest on its top in the lane of the northbound Broadway on ramp to I84.

Tarpley was wearing his seatbelt and was transported via ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. The lane from northbound Broadway to westbound I84 was blocked for approximately two and a half hours while crews worked to clear the scene.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.



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