Thursday, April 30, 2015

Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash On Interstate 84 Near Karcher Road Interchange

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 4/30/2015 at 6:58 p.m.
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On Thursday, April 30, 2015, at approximately 4:45 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 34, near the Karcher Road interchange. Julyssa Grammer, age 15, of Nampa, was traveling eastbound in a 2003 Hyundai Sonata. For unknown reasons, Grammer's vehicle left the roadway, entered the median, and overturned. Julyssa and her passenger, Josauna Grammer, age 41, of Nampa, were transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus in Boise.

The left westbound and left eastbound lanes of travel were blocked for approximately one and a half hours while crews worked to clear the scene. The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Injury Crash US95 @ Canfield

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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


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT One CASE # C15000883

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DATE: April 29, 2015 TIME: 9:36 AM LOCATION: Southbound US95 @ Canfield

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Coeur d'Alene Police Department and Kootenai County Sheriff's Department

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Castleton, Edward L AGE 54
ADDRESS Rathdrum, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 2005 VEHICLE MAKE Ford VEHICLE MODEL F250
WRECKER Superior Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes


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DRIVER Duncan, Melinda J AGE 52
ADDRESS Post Falls, ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 2015 VEHICLE MAKE Volk VEHICLE MODEL Golf
WRECKER CJ's Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Duncan was stopped at a red light southbound US95 at the intersection of Canfield when Castleton failed to stop for the red light and rear-ended Duncan's vehicle. Both Castleton and Duncan were transported to Kootenai Health for treatment. Investigation is continuing.



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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

District One Injury Crash SH41@Mullan Ave,PF

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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 # C15000873

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DATE: 4/28/2015 TIME: 12:40 PM LOCATION: Northbound SH41 at Mullan Ave, Post Falls,ID

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Post Falls Police Department

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER Earling,Nicole G AGE 18 Years
ADDRESS Hauser,ID
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 2001 VEHICLE MAKE Subaru VEHICLE MODEL Forester
WRECKER CJ's Towing
SEATBELT WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S): None


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DRIVER Remillard,Brian R AGE 41 Years
ADDRESS Spirit Lake,ID
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 1996 VEHICLE MAKE International VEHICLE MODEL Log Truck
WRECKER None
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S): NONE



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DRIVER Wellington,Phyllis AGE 68 Years
ADDRESS Liberty Lake,WA
INJURIES? - No
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? N/A
VEHICLE YEAR 2005 VEHICLE MAKE KIA VEHICLE MODEL Sedona
WRECKER None
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? Yes

PASSENGER(S): None



INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Earling was pulling out of the gas station parking lot on the Southeast corner. She attempted to turn left out of the parking lot, Southbound on SH41 and failed to yield to a Northbound log truck driven by Remillard. Remillard attempted to swerve to avoid the crash and struck Earling's vehicle and then collided with Wellington's vehicle. Airbags were deployed in Earling's vehicle, investigation continues.



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Final Update-Two Vehicle Crash on I15 Near Exit 36

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

For Immediate Release: 04/28/15 2:05 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Final Update***

On April 28, 2015, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash northbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 37, south of Arimo, ID. Calvin Monson, age 84 of Arimo, ID, was traveling in a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. Owen Larsen, age 56 of Kaysville, UT, was traveling in a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. Monson was traveling south in the northbound lanes of travel when he struck Larsen's vehicle head on. Monson was transported by air ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello; Larsen was transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center.

The drivers of both vehicles were wearing their seatbelts. The left northbound lane of travel was blocked for approximately three hours while crews worked to clear the scene. The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.

KJ/SM

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***Update**

At this time all lanes have been cleared and are back open. More information on the crash will be released as it becomes available.

SG/NEH

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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a two vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 36.5 near the Virginia exit. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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Update-Two Vehicle Crash on I15 Near Exit 36

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District 5 5205 South 5th Ave.
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
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For Immediate Release: 04/28/15 2:05 p.m.
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***Update**

At this time all lanes have been cleared and are back open. More information on the crash will be released as it becomes available.

SG/NEH

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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a two vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 36.5 near the Virginia exit. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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Two Vehicle Crash on I15 Near Exit 36

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

For Immediate Release: 04/28/15 12:21 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police is currently investigation a two vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 36.5 near the Virginia exit. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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Monday, April 27, 2015

Injury crash Northbound I15 near McCammon

Idaho State Police

District 5 5205 South 5th Ave.

Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299

(208) 236-6466 FAX: (208) 236-6068



For Immediate Release: April 27, 2015 at 8:30 a.m.

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On April 27, 2015, at approximately 3:44 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle injury crash northbound on I15 at milepost 49, north of McCammon.

Christopher Sefton, 27 , of Rexburg, was driving northbound on I15 in a 2003 Dodge Caravan when he drove off the left shoulder. Sefton overcorrected, the vehicle rolled and came to rest in the median.

Sefton, his passenger, Sarah Bruggers, 31, of Rexburg, and four minor children, were transported to Portneuf Medical Center, Pocatello, via ground ambulance. All occupants were wearing seatbelts.



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Saturday, April 25, 2015

Injury Crash I86 at Milepost 58

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

For Immediate Release: April 25, 2015 at 6:15 p.m.
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On April 25, 2015, at approximately 2:16 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash westbound on I86 at milepost 58.

Sheala Bowers, 20, of Pocatello, was driving westbound on I86 in a 2002 Chevrolet Malibu when she drifted off the right shoulder of the roadway. Bowers overcorrected and rolled the vehicle, which came to a stop on the right shoulder.

Bowers was wearing her seatbelt. She was transported to Portneuf Medical Center via ground ambulance.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


BJ/DO

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Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash Near the East Boise Port of Entry

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For Immediate Release: 04/25/2015 at 4:04 a.m.
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On April 24, 2015, at 9:37 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle rollover crash eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, near the East Boise Port of Entry. Blanca Espinoza, 29, of Mountain Home, was traveling eastbound on Interstate 84 in a 2003 Lincoln Navigator, when she struck an object in the roadway and lost control of the vehicle, rolling onto the right shoulder.

Espinoza and her passenger, Frank Medina, 51, of Nampa, were transported by ground ambulance to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

Both occupants were wearing seatbelts. The right lane of eastbound travel was blocked for approximately three hours and thirty minutes.

The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Friday, April 24, 2015

Final Update - Crash blocking Southbound I15 at 103.5

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

For Immediate Release: Friday, April 24, 2015 9:16 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Final Update***

On April 24, 2015, at 3:57 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash southbound on I15 at mile marker 103, near the Blackfoot Rest Area.

Jesus Garcia-Moreno, 55, of Enumclaw, WA, was driving southbound on I15 in a 1994 Nissan Sentra at a low rate of speed. Brad Ralphs, 60, of Rockland, ID, was behind Garcia-Moreno in a 2013 Kentworth semi, hauling potatoes. Ralphs attempted to swerve right to avoid a collision, but struck the rear of Garcia-Moreno's vehicle. Garcia-Moreno went off the left shoulder and Ralphs' truck overturned on its side, blocking traffic. The southbound lanes were blocked for approximately three hours.

Both drivers were wearing seatbelts and alcohol was involved.

Garcia-Moreno was transported by ground ambulance to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

JC/AH/DO

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At this time all lanes have been cleared and are back open.
More information on the crash will be released as it becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a semi crash southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 103.5 that is completely blocking both of the southbound lanes.

Traffic is being diverted off the freeway at the Shelley exit 108. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route of travel.

SA/HG


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Update- Crash blocking Southbound I15 at 103.5

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

For Immediate Release: April 24, 2015 7:27 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Update***

At this time all lanes have been cleared and are back open.
More information on the crash will be released as it becomes available.

***End Update***


The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a semi crash southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 103.5 that is completely blocking both of the southbound lanes.

Traffic is being diverted off the freeway at the Shelley exit 108. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route of travel.

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Crash blocking Southbound I15 at 103.5

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

For Immediate Release: April 24, 2015 4:30 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a semi crash southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 103.5 that is completely blocking both of the southbound lanes.

Traffic is being diverted off the freeway at the Shelley exit 108. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route of travel.

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Crash blocking Southbound I15 at 103.5

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

For Immediate Release: April 24, 2015 4:30 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a semi crash southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 103.5 that is completely blocking both of the southbound lanes.

Traffic is being diverted off the freeway at the Shelley exit 108. Motorists are advised to find an alternate route of travel.

HG/SA
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Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Crash near Caldwell sends one to hospital

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For Immediate Release: 04/22/15 3:34 p.m.
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On Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at approximately 12:25 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, injury crash on Interstate 84 at milepost 30, near Caldwell. Skylor Wiley, 18, of Nampa was westbound in a 1997 Ford F-150. Wiley's vehicle went off the left shoulder into the median. Wiley overcorrected, and lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle rolled across the westbound lanes of travel and through the right-of-way fence.
Wiley was not wearing a seatbelt, and was ejected from the pickup. He was transported to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise by ground ambulance. The crash is still under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Final Update: Crash US26 at milepost 176

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For Immediate Release: 04/21/15 9:55 p.m.
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******Final Update*****

On Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at approximately 4:33 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash westbound US26 at milepost 176, west of Richfield.

James N. Dennis, 49, of Hansen, was travelling westbound in a 2006 Peterbilt tractor hauling a 2011 Trinity products trailer loaded with potatoes. Dennis failed to negotiate a curve and overturned on the south side of the road.

Dennis' passenger, Tamara F. Sartain, 53, of Hansen, was transported by air ambulance to St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center.

The westbound lane was blocked for approximately 1 hour. The eastbound lane was blocked for approximately 3 hours. They are both now open.

It is unknown if Dennis and Sartain were wearing their seatbelts.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

KM/SA

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At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle crash eastbound US26 at milepost 176, west of Richfield. Both eastbound and westbound lanes are completely blocked. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible and to use an alternate route. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Crash US26 at milepost 176

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For Immediate Release: 04/21/15 5:15 p.m.
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At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle crash eastbound US26 at milepost 176, west of Richfield. Both eastbound and westbound lanes are completely blocked. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible and to use an alternate route. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

KM/SA
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Idaho State Police Motorcycle Trooper Crashes on I-84 Near Cole Road

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700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 4/21/15 at 2:40 p.m.

MERIDIAN - An Idaho State Police trooper was involved in a crash on his 2009 Kawasaki Concourse patrol motorcycle at approximately 12:30 p.m. this afternoon while responding to another crash. Trooper Ben Comorosky was traveling eastbound on I-84 near the Cole Road 50B exit when he crashed at milepost 51. He suffered some injuries but none are believed to be life threatening. He was transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

The Boise Police Department responded to the crash and is leading the investigation.

The left two lanes of eastbound I-84 between Cole Road and Orchard Street exits were blocked for approximately two hours.

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Monday, April 20, 2015

One Vehicle Crash Near Shelley

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

For Immediate Release 04/20/2015 00:31
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On Monday, April 20, 2015, at approximately 8:24 pm, Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle crash on Interstate 15 at milepost 109, near Shelley,ID. Jordan Furniss, 24, of Rigby, was driving southbound in a 2006 Pontiac G6. Furniss drifted off the left shoulder of the road and into the median, where the vehicle overturned.

Furniss was wearing a seatbelt. He was transported by ground ambulance to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, ID.

Idaho State Police officers were assisted by Bingham County Sheriff's Office, Shelley Police Department and Bonneville County Sheriff's Office.


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Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash Near Fruitland

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For Immediate Release: 04/20/2015 at 11:18 p.m.
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On April 20, 2015 at approximately 6:54 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle, rollover crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 1, near Fruitland. Cristina Rodriguez Collado, age 39 of Kennewick, WA was traveling westbound on Interstate 84 in a 2002 Toyota Echo, when she swerved into the median and rolled her vehicle. Rodriguez Collado was transported by ground ambulance to St. Luke's Fruitland.

Rodriguez Collado was not wearing her seatbelt. The left lane of westbound travel was blocked for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Two-Vehicle Crash Sends One to the Hospital

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For Immediate Release: 04/20/2015 at 8:55 p.m.
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On April 20, 2015, at approximately 6:42 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash westbound on Interstate 84 at milepost 47.5, near the Cloverdale Road overpass. Sheree Keller, age 49 of Nampa, was traveling west in a 2013 GMC Yukon. Craig Toth, age 43 of Kuna, was traveling west in a 2006 Ford Fusion. Toth's vehicle failed to slow for slower traffic ahead and struck the back of Keller's vehicle. Toth was transported by ground ambulance to St. Luke's in Meridian.

The right lane of travel was blocked for approximately one and a half hours. The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.



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Crash on Eastbound I-84 Involved Six Vehicles During Morning Commute in Boise

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Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 4/20/15 at 3:25 p.m.

MERIDIAN - On April 20, 2015 at approximately 8:38 a.m., traffic on eastbound I-84 was heavy with rush hour traffic when a 2007 Nissan Murano was following the vehicle in front of it too closely and rear-ended a 1999 Saturn SL on eastbound I-84 near milepost 48. A chain reaction started from the collision with four additional vehicles involved each hitting the vehicle in front of them. In all, six vehicles were involved in the crash. Three drivers were cited for following too close. One driver was transported by ambulance to St. Luke's in Meridian.

The left lane of eastbound I-84 near the Five Mile Road overpass, milepost 48, was blocked for approximately an hour and a half while emergency crews worked to clear the crash.

Idaho State Police reminds drivers that following too closely is one of the main causes of crashes. Drivers need to leave more space between them and the car in front of them in order to have sufficient time to react to changing traffic patterns and traffic abruptly slowing or stopping.


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Fatality Crash Bernard Overlook, Bonner County

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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 One CASE # C15000819

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DATE: 04/19/2015 TIME: 12:00 pm LOCATION: Bernard Overlook/Lakeview Road, Bonner County

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Sandpoint Fire Rescue Unit, Two Bear Air from Flathead County, Montana, Kootenai County Search and Rescue, Bonner County Sheriff, Life Flight

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DRIVER Thomas W. McTevia AGE 42
ADDRESS Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
INJURIES? - Fatality
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Coffelt Funeral Home
VEHICLE YEAR 2013 VEHICLE MAKE Polaris VEHICLE MODEL ATV
WRECKER None
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? No

PASSENGER(S)

NAME Tina A. Hoisington AGE 45
ADDRESS Lewiston, Idaho
INJURIES? - Fatality
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Coffelt Funeral Home
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN? - No


INCIDENT NARRATIVE: McTevia and Hoisington were on the ATV when they drove off the cliff at Bernard Overlook down a 500 foot embankment. Both subject were deceased at scene. Next of kin has been notified for both parties.



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**Update** Crash near Eagle sends one to hospital

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Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
(208) 884-7122
Fax (208) 884-7087

For Immediate Release: 4/20/15 10:45 a.m.

**Update**

Idaho State Police have learned W.D. Taylor, 64, of Boise, who was injured in the two vehicle crash on March 31, 2015, at the intersection of Eagle Road and Chinden Boulevard in Boise succumbed to his injuries at a Boise hospital in the early hours of Friday, April 17th.


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On March 31, 2015, at approximately 12:10 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash on State Highway 55 at US Highway 20, the intersection of Eagle Road and Chinden Boulevard in Boise. Max Griffin, 73, of Lebanon, Missouri, was southbound on Eagle Road in a 1999 International tractor pulling a trailer. W.D. Taylor, 64, of Boise, was northbound on Eagle Road in a 2000 Dodge Dakota pickup, in the rightmost lane. As Griffin proceeded through the intersection, Taylor made an improper left turn in front of the tractor-trailer, failing to yield. Griffin collided with the passenger side of Taylor's vehicle.

It is unknown if seatbelts were worn by either occupant. Taylor was transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. The southbound lanes of Eagle Road were blocked for approximately four and a half hours while police and emergency crews worked to clear the scene. The crash is still under investigation.

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**Update ***Eastbound Interstate 84 Partially Blocked Near Mile Marker 28

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Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 4/20/2015 05:35 a.m.

Please direct questions to the District Office


*** Update ****

The lanes of travel are now open.


***End of Update**
jh/js
The Idaho State Police is investigating a disabled commercial vehicle eastbound Interstate 84 at mile marker 28, in Caldwell. The left lane of the Interstate is currently blocked.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

IS/JC

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Eastbound Interstate 84 Partially Blocked Near Mile Marker 28

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642
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For Immediate Release: 4/20/2015 05:35 a.m.

Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police is investigating a disabled commercial vehicle eastbound Interstate 84 at mile marker 28, in Caldwell. The left lane of the Interstate is currently blocked.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

IS/JC

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Fatal crash Spalding Bridge Nez Perce County Idaho

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Regional Communication Center - North
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


CASE #: L15000478 District: Two
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DATE: 4/19/2015 TIME: 5:47pm LOCATION: Spalding Bridge NB US95 at mp 304

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Nez Perce County Sheriff, Nez Perce Tribal Police, Idaho Transportation Department, Lewiston Fire Department, Nez Perce County Rural Fire Department

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VEHICLE #1

DRIVER: Dorika D L Powaukee AGE: 35
ADDRESS: Lapwai, ID
INJURIES : Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN : St Josephs Hospital, Lewiston
VEHICLE YEAR : 2000 VEHICLE MAKE: Ford VEHICLE MODEL : Ranger
WRECKER : Forests Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN : Unknown

PASSENGER(S):

NAME: Child
ADDRESS: Lapwai, ID
INJURIES : Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN : St Josephs Hospital, Lewiston
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN : Unknown

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VEHICLE #2

DRIVER: Joseph G Seubert AGE: 55
ADDRESS: Cottonwood
INJURIES : Fatal
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN : Vassar-Rawls Funeral Home
VEHICLE YEAR: 2009
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy VEHICLE MODEL: Aveo
WRECKER: Forests Towing
SEATBELTS/HELMET WORN : Yes

PASSENGER(S):

NAME: Angela K Seubert AGE: 55
ADDRESS: Cottonwood
INJURIES : Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN : St Josephs Hospital

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Powaukee was traveling northbound US95 and Seubert was traveling southbound crossing the Spalding Bridge outside of Lapwai Idaho. Powaukee crossed the centerline colliding with Seuberts vehicle. Seubert was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash. US95 was blocked for approximately 3 hours. Alcohol is a factor in the crash. Investigation continues by the Idaho State Police.


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Friday, April 17, 2015

Crash Eastbound I84 at 171 east of Jerome

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For Immediate Release: 04/17/15 10:04 p.m.
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On Friday, April 17, 2015 at approximately 7:40 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 171, east of Jerome.

Rachel A. Keslar, 30, of North Ogden, Utah, was travelling eastbound on I84 in a 2008 Toyota Rav4 when she lost control of her vehicle and rolled off the right shoulder of the road.

Keslar was transported by ground ambulance to St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center.

Keslar was wearing her seatbelt.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.




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**** UPDATE ***** District 1 *Fatal* Crash I90@5,Post Falls

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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 # C15000801

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DATE: 4/16/2015 TIME: 4:45 P.M. LOCATION: Eastbound I90 near milepost 5, Spokane Street, Post Falls,ID

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Post Falls Police Department

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DRIVER Tachell,Ryan J AGE 18 Years
ADDRESS Elk,WA
INJURIES- FATAL
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 2007 VEHICLE MAKE Yamaha VEHICLE MODEL Motorcycle
WRECKER Auto Trackers & Recovery


PASSENGER(S): None



INCIDENT NARRATIVE: **** UPDATE **** Tachell was pronounced deceased this morning at Kootenai Health. Next of kin has been notified.


Tachell was traveling Eastbound I90 on his motorcycle approaching the construction zone near the area of Spokane Street. Traffic was backed up from the construction zone at milepost 6. Tachell lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into the median barrier. Any witnesses to the crash are asked to contact Sgt. Greear with the Idaho State Police at 208-209-8730.



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Thursday, April 16, 2015

District 1 Injury Crash I90@5,Post Falls

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


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT One CASE # C15000801

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DATE: 4/16/2015 TIME: 4:45 P.M. LOCATION: Eastbound I90 near milepost 5, Spokane Street, Post Falls,ID

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Post Falls Police Department

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DRIVER Tachell,Ryan J AGE 18 Years
ADDRESS Elk,WA
INJURIES? - Yes
HOSPITAL/LOCATION TAKEN ? Kootenai Health
VEHICLE YEAR 2007 VEHICLE MAKE Yamaha VEHICLE MODEL Motorcycle
WRECKER Auto Trackers & Recovery


PASSENGER(S): None



INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Tachell was traveling Eastbound I90 on his motorcycle approaching the construction zone near the area of Spokane Street. Traffic was backed up from the construction zone at milepost 6. Tachell lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into the median barrier. Any witnesses to the crash are asked to contact Sgt. Greear with the Idaho State Police at 208-209-8730.



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Update: Crash near Gooding injures one

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****Update***

At this time the missing dog has been found and is receiving medical attention.

***End of Update***

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On April 16th, 2015, at 12:27 am, Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash westbound on Interstate 84 at mile marker 148, in Gooding County.
Terry D. Johnson, 42, of Bothell, WA, was driving westbound on Interstate 84 in a 1999 GMC Envoy. Johnson drove into the median, overcorrected, came back across both the westbound lanes and rolled into a nearby field north of the interstate.
Johnson had a 10 year old German Shephard Dog that ran away from the scene and has not been located.
There was no lane blockage.
Johnson was transported by ground ambulance to North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Johnson was wearing his seatbelt.



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*Final Update* Eagle road westbound offramp is no longer blocked

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***Final Update***

On Thursday, April 16, 2015 at 9:43 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash on the offramp for westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46.

Madison T. Leger, age 18, of Meridian, was driving a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, and made an unsafe lane change onto the westbound Eagle Road offramp. Leger's vehicle was struck by a 2007 Peterbilt Semi, driven by Michael G. Cullum, age 39, of Meridian. Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts. Leger was transported by ground ambulance to St. Luke's Regional Medical Center in Meridian.

The offramp was blocked for almost two hours due to the disabled semi and construction. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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The offramp for westbound Eagle road is unblocked and traffic is moving. More information will be released when available.

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At this time the Idaho State Police are investigating a two vehicle injury crash involving a commercial vehicle, westbound on Interstate 84 on the Eagle road offramp. Currently, the entire offramp is blocked. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

The Eagle offramp will be blocked until crews are able to clear the scene.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash near Gooding injures one

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For Immediate Release: 04/16/15 11:40 a.m.
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On April 16th, 2015, at 12:27 am, Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash westbound on Interstate 84 at mile marker 148, in Gooding County.
Terry D. Johnson, 42, of Bothell, WA, was driving westbound on Interstate 84 in a 1999 GMC Envoy. Johnson drove into the median, overcorrected, came back across both the westbound lanes and rolled into a nearby field north of the interstate.
Johnson had a 10 year old German Shephard Dog that ran away from the scene and has not been located.
There was no lane blockage.
Johnson was transported by ground ambulance to North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Johnson was wearing his seatbelt.



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*Update* Eagle road westbound offramp is no longer blocked

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For Immediate Release: 4/16/2015 11:31 a.m.
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***Update***

The offramp for westbound Eagle road is unblocked and traffic is moving. More information will be released when available.

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At this time the Idaho State Police are investigating a two vehicle injury crash involving a commercial vehicle, westbound on Interstate 84 on the Eagle road offramp. Currently, the entire offramp is blocked. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

The Eagle offramp will be blocked until crews are able to clear the scene.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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Eagle road westbound offramp blocked

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At this time the Idaho State Police are investigating a two vehicle injury crash involving a commercial vehicle, westbound on Interstate 84 on the Eagle road offramp. Currently, the entire offramp is blocked. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

The Eagle offramp will be blocked until crews are able to clear the scene.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Idaho State Police Regional Communications Centers Celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

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For Immediate Release: 4/14/15 at 4:15 p.m.

MERIDIAN - The Idaho State Police are celebrating the dedication of its Public Safety Communications Officers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 12th to the 18th, at its two Regional Communications Centers.

"This week is an opportunity to thank our colleagues in dispatch for their tireless efforts to ensure that our first responders get home to their families at the end of every shift," said ISP Director, Colonel Ralph Powell. "This is also a chance for the community to honor these dedicated professionals that serve on the very front lines of public safety. These men and women are the calm and compassionate voice on the telephone making split second decisions and saving countless lives by answering our citizensk calls for help and dispatching needed emergency personnel and resources."

The celebration also recognizes the technicians that maintain radio and emergency phone systems, communications staff trainers, communications center personnel, and other public safety telecommunications staff across the country who also work tirelessly behind the scenes to help the public during emergencies.

The Idaho State Police's two Regional Communications Centers provide service to all of Idaho and a lifeline to its officers working alone in the rural parts of the state with backup often an hour or more away. Together, the two centers handled 237,631 calls for service in 2014.

The Regional Communications Center North (RCCN) is located in Coeur d'Alene, currently employs 13 communications officers responsible for ISP's two northern districts which include 10 counties and 6,211 road miles.

The Regional Communications Center South (RCCS) is located in Meridian, currently employs 26 communications officers responsible for the four districts in the central and southern parts of the state. These districts include 34 counties south of Adams, Valley, Custer and Lemhi counties and the 20,956 road miles in those counties.

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week started in 1981 by just one agency in California. The idea spread across the nation until Congress first gave it national recognition in 1991. Since then it has been celebrated the second full week in April every year.

Idaho's Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter issued a proclamation April 12th recognizing Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Idaho in honor of all city, county and state public safety communications professionals whose diligence and professionalism keeps our state and its citizens safe.

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Injury Crash On I86 East Of Burley

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On April 13, 2015, at 9:09 pm, Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash eastbound on I86 at mile marker 8, east of Burley.

Tammy Y. Lamoureux, 53, of Kennewick, WA, was driving eastbound on I86 in a U-Haul truck, pulling a tow dolly loaded with a 2001 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The lights on the tow dolly were not working. Lamoureux was rear ended by a 2013 Freightliner semi truck pulling a 2009 Stoughton trailer driven by Denis S. Malyugin, 24, of Portland, OR. Upon impact, both vehicles traveled off the roadway, with the U-Haul driving through a fence. The tow dolly detached from the U-Haul and the Trailblazer rolled.

Lamoureux was transported by ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley. Both Lamoureux and Malyugin were wearing seatbelts.

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Monday, April 13, 2015

Single vehicle crash westbound I-84 at 50B exit

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On Monday, April 13, 2015, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash at the intersection of Overland Road and Cole Road in Boise. Robert Smith, 83, of Boise, was westbound I-84 on the 50B off ramp in a 2003 Honda Accord. Smith lost control of the vehicle, crossed Overland Road, and came to rest in the northeast corner of a field at the intersection of Overland Road and Cole Road.

It is unknown if Smith was wearing his seatbelt. He was transported to the St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Injury Crash I86 near Massacre Rocks

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For Immediate Release: Monday April 13, 2015 10:55 a.m.
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On April 13, 2015 at 1:27 am, Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash westbound on I86 at mile marker 30.9, near the Massacre Rocks rest area.

Pastor Ocampo, 29, of Declo, was driving west on I86 in a 1994 Oldsmobile 88 when he drove off the right shoulder of the roadway. Ocampo overcorrected and the vehicle rolled. It is unknown at this time if he was wearing his seatbelt.

Ocampo was transported by ground ambulance to Harms Medical Center in American Falls. He was then transported by air ambulance to Portenuf Medical Center in Pocatello.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Saturday, April 11, 2015

Semi crash westbound I-84 at milepost 8

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On Saturday, April 11, 2015, at 4:46 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, injury crash westbound I-84 at milepost 8, approximately one mile west of New Plymouth. James Mills, 40, of Caldwell, was eastbound on I-84 in a 2012 Volvo semi pulling three trailers. The semi went off the left shoulder of the eastbound lanes, crossed the median and both westbound lanes, colliding with the guardrail on the right shoulder of the westbound lanes. The semi went through the guardrail, coming to rest down an embankment.

Mills was transported to St. Luke's Clinic in Fruitland by ground ambulance. He was wearing a seatbelt. The lanes were not blocked by the semi, but have been periodically blocked while emergency crews work on removing the semi, trailers, and lumber.


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Thursday, April 9, 2015

Idaho State Police Arrest Utah Man for Felony Trafficking of Heroin

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For Immediate Release: 4/9/15 at 4:30 p.m.

POCATELLO - The Idaho State Police have arrested a Utah man suspected of trafficking heroin from Utah to Idaho after a traffic stop on Wednesday evening.

On April 8th at about 7:30 p.m. an Idaho State Trooper stopped a 2006 Honda Civic traveling northbound on US91 in Franklin County near the Utah border for a traffic infraction. During the traffic stop the driver consented to a search of his vehicle. During the search the trooper found approximately 201.4 grams of brown heroin in the vehicle. The street value of the heroin is approximately sixty thousand dollars ($60,000).

The driver of the vehicle, Andres Avila-Rivera, 34 of Ogden, Utah was arrested for Felony Trafficking in Heroin in violation of section 37-2732B(6)(C), Idaho Code. If convicted, Avila-Rivera faces a mandatory minimum sentence of fifteen (15) years in prison and a fine of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000).

Avila-Rivera was booked into the Caribou County Jail and will be arraigned in Sixth Judicial District Court in Franklin County.

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Wednesday, April 8, 2015

1 Vehicle Injury Crash Exit 38

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On Wednesday, April 08, 2015, at approximately 5:30 P.M., Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle injury crash westbound I84 at milepost 38 in Nampa, ID.

Robert Henderson, 59, of Milwaukie, OR, and his passenger Grant Henderson, 26, of Milwaukie, OR, were driving west on I84 on a 2008 Victory motorcycle. Henderson lost control of the motorcycle and slid in to the barrier on the right shoulder. Both the driver and passenger were wearing a helmet.

Henderson was transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

The right lane of travel was blocked for approximately 30 minutes.


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Injury Crash on the Connector

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On Wednesday, April 08, 2015, at 8:01 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle injury crash on the connector, eastbound Interstate 184 at milepost 2, just west of Curtis.

Morgan R. Benson, 22 years old, of Idaho Falls, was driving east on Interstate 184 in a 2011 Nissan Altima when she lost control of the vehicle , drove off the left shoulder and struck a concrete barrier. The vehicle traveled across 3 lanes of traffic, went off the right shoulder, through a right-of-way fence. It continued 400 feet into a field before coming to rest at a ditch embankment. Benson was wearing a seatbelt and was transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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**UPDATE** - Lanes open after semi crash blocks eastbound lanes of Interstate 84 in Cassia County.

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***UPDATE***

The crash scene has been cleared and all lanes of Interstate 84 have been reopened. The eastbound lanes were blocked for approximately five and a half hours; westbound traffic was not affected.

***END OF UPDATE***

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On Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at approximately 11:48 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, semi-truck crash on Interstate 84 near milepost 229, about 18 miles east of Burley.

Hugh Thompson, age 49, of Riverside, CA, was driving a 2012 Freightliner tractor hauling milk in a refrigerated box trailer eastbound on Interstate 84. Near milepost 229, Thompson drove off the roadway and partially into the dirt off the right side off the road. Thompson corrected to the left, back onto the roadway, and tipped the truck and trailer onto its passenger side, blocking both eastbound lanes.

Thompson and his passenger, Alicia Thompson, age 21, were transported via ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley. Hugh Thompson was wearing his seat belt.

The eastbound lanes will remain blocked for a few more hours while crews work to clear the scene. The Idaho Transportation Department is diverting traffic off of Interstate 84 at exit 228 and back on at interchange 237.

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Semi crash blocks eastbound lanes of Interstate 84 in Cassia County.

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On Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at approximately 11:48 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle, semi-truck crash on Interstate 84 near milepost 229, about 18 miles east of Burley.

Hugh Thompson, age 49, of Riverside, CA, was driving a 2012 Freightliner tractor hauling milk in a refrigerated box trailer eastbound on Interstate 84. Near milepost 229, Thompson drove off the roadway and partially into the dirt off the right side off the road. Thompson corrected to the left, back onto the roadway, and tipped the truck and trailer onto its passenger side, blocking both eastbound lanes.

Thompson and his passenger, Alicia Thompson, age 21, were transported via ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley. Hugh Thompson was wearing his seat belt.

The eastbound lanes will remain blocked for a few more hours while crews work to clear the scene. The Idaho Transportation Department is diverting traffic off of Interstate 84 at exit 228 and back on at interchange 237.

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Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Final Update-Crash on EB I184 Blocks Traffic

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For Immediate Release: 04/07/15 11:15 a.m.
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***Final Update***

On Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at 8:41 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a three vehicle non-injury crash eastbound I184 near milepost 2 at Curtis. Jamie Escarzaga, 57, of Nampa, was traveling eastbound in the number 3 lane in a dump truck pulling a flat bed trailer loaded with a Bobcat. A vehicle in front of Escarzaga braked hard and changed lanes. Escarzaga lost control of his vehicle, went into the number 2 lane and struck a 2013 Ford Fusion driven by Stephanie Brown, 22, of Nampa. Esarzaga's vehicle then struck a 2007 Jeep Compass driven by Sunrise Ayers, 34, from Meridian. Escaraga's trailer overturned blocking two and a half lanes of travel.

Escaraga, Brown, and Ayers were all wearing seatbelts. Lanes were blocked for 3 hours. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

SG/SA

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***Update***

All lanes are open at this time.

SG/CP

***end of update***

The Idaho State Police is currently on location of a crash involving a commercial vehicle with a trailer on its side, I184 at milepost 1, prior to the Curtis off ramp. All lanes of traffic are currently blocked. Traffic is being merged onto the right shoulder of the road. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

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Update-Crash on EB I184 Blocks Traffic

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***Update***

All lanes are open at this time.

SG/CP

***end of update***

The Idaho State Police is currently on location of a crash involving a commercial vehicle with a trailer on its side, I184 at milepost 1, prior to the Curtis off ramp. All lanes of traffic are currently blocked. Traffic is being merged onto the right shoulder of the road. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

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*Final Update* Injury Crash off Exit 168 in Jerome

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For Immediate Release: 4/07/2015 10:12 a.m.
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***Update***

On Tuesday, April 07, 2015, at 7:36 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle rollover on the eastbound off ramp of Interstate 84 at exit 168 in Jerome. Hilda Tarazon, 73 years old of Jerome, was driving east on Interstate 84 in a 2004 Hyundai Sante Fe. Tarazon took the exit for the 168 and lost control on the off ramp. The vehicle went off the left shoulder and rolled. Tarazon was wearing a seatbelt and was transported by Air St. Luke's to Magic Valley Regional Medical Center in Twin Falls.

The east bound off ramp at the 168 was blocked for approximately one and half hours. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Crash on EB I184 Blocks Traffic

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The Idaho State Police is currently on location of a crash involving a commercial vehicle with a trailer on its side, I184 at milepost 1, prior to the Curtis off ramp. All lanes of traffic are currently blocked. Traffic is being merged onto the right shoulder of the road. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

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Injury Crash off Exit 168 in Jerome

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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating an injury crash eastbound Interstate 84 at exit 168 on the off ramp in Jerome. The off ramp is blocked and it is advised that motorists find an alternate route. More information will be released once it becomes available.

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Sunday, April 5, 2015

Final Update: Injury NB I15 Near Clark Street Exit

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204-2299
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For Immediate Release: 04/058/2015 9:07 p.m.
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****Final Update***

On April 5, 2015 at 7:15 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle injury crash northbound on I15 at mile marker 69, near the Clark Street Exit.

Ashley L. Kirchner, 25 of Kingman, AZ, was traveling north on I15 in a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Kirchner applied her brakes as a vehicle slowed in front of her, swerved to avoid making contact, and lost control of her vehicle. The Trailblazer left the roadway traveling into the median where it rolled.

Kirchner and her two juvenile passengers were all transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center. Driver and passengers were wearing seatbelts.

The left lane of I15 has been reopened.

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Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash northbound on I15 at mile marker 69, near the Clark Street Exit.

The left lane is blocked while crews work to remove the wreckage.

More information will be relayed once it is available.

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Update: Injury Crash Blocking Left Lane On I15 Near Clark Street Exit

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

For Immediate Release: 04/058/2015 8:50 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

**Update**

All lanes northbound on I15 are open.

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Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash northbound on I15 at mile marker 69, near the Clark Street Exit.

The left lane is blocked while crews work to remove the wreckage.

More information will be relayed once it is available.

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Injury Crash Blocking Left Lane On I15 Near Clark Street Exit

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

For Immediate Release: 04/058/2015 8:08 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash northbound on I15 at mile marker 69, near the Clark Street Exit.

The left lane is blocked while crews work to remove the wreckage.

More information will be relayed once it is available.

ln/jc

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**Final Update** Two Vehicle Crash South of Malad

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

For Immediate Release: April 5, 2015 1:50 a.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

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

On Saturday, April 04, 2015, at approximately 10:20 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash northbound Interstate 15 at mile marker 12, near Malad. Carl Marler, 23, of Pocatello, was northbound on I15 in a 2004 Chrysler Sebring. Kristin Kopplin, 51, of Missoula, MT, was also northbound on I15 in a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. Marler was attempting to pass Kopplin's vehicle when he struck the Tacoma on the driver's side. Marler's vehicle came to rest upright on the median side while Kopplin's vehicle rolled and came to rest on its top on the right shoulder.

Marler and his passenger, Elisabeth Clonts, 23, of Pocatello were transported to Oneida County Hospital by ground ambulance. Kopplin, her passenger Julian Colescott, 53, of Missoula, MT, and two juvenile passengers were also transported to Oneida County Hospital by ground ambulance.

Marler was wearing his seatbelt while his passenger, Clonts was not. Kopplin, and all her passengers were wearing their seatbelts. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


is/ln


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

The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound Interstate 15 at mile marker 12, near Malad.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.



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Saturday, April 4, 2015

Two Vehicle Crash South of Malad

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

For Immediate Release: April 4, 2015 11:25pm
Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash northbound Interstate 15 at mile marker 12, near Malad.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.



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Single vehicle injury crash I84 near Eagle Road

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

For Immediate Release: April 4, 2015, 8:15 a.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

On April 4, 2015, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle injury crash on Interstate 84, milepost 46, in the construction area near Eagle Road.

Leilani Richards, 36, of Boise, was travelling eastbound in a 1991 Jeep Cherokee. The Jeep hit the safety barrels then the cement barrier. The vehicle rolled and came to rest on its wheels in the lane of travel.

Richards was transported via ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise; she was wearing her seatbelt.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Thursday, April 2, 2015

Crash US95 / SH66 District Two

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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


PRESS RELEASE FOR DISTRICT Two CASE # L15000425

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DATE: April 2, 2015 TIME: 12:54 pm LOCATION: SB US95 / SH66, North of Moscow, ID

ASSISTING AGENCIES: Latah County Sheriff

VEHICLE #1
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DRIVER: Jason L. Easttum AGE: 38
ADDRESS: Lapwai, ID
INJURIES: None
HOSPITAL TAKEN: N/A

VEHICLE YEAR: 2007
VEHICLE MAKE: Kenworth VEHICLE MODEL: Tractor Trailer
WRECKER: Forest's
SEATBELT WORN?: Yes



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VEHICLE #2
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DRIVER: Amy K. Reeves AGE: 38
HOSPITAL TAKEN: N/A

VEHICLE YEAR: 2005
VEHICLE MAKE: Mercury VEHICLE MODEL: Marquis
WRECKER: Dollar Towing

PASSENGER: Mary K. Reeves AGE: 68
ADDRESS: Odessa, WA
INJURIES: None

SEATBELT WORN: Yes for both.



INCIDENT NARRATIVE: Both vehicles were traveling southbound on US Highway 95 near the turnoff to State Highway 66. Reeves was south of the junction to State Highway 66 and had slowed to make a left turn into a pullout along the shoulder of the northbound lane. Easttum was negotiating the sweeping curve north of the junction. By the time he completed negotiating the curve, he was unable to stop his Kenworth before hitting the Mercury. The southbound lane was blocked for approximately two hours.



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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

5 Vehicle Injury Crash in Canyon County

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

For Immediate Release: 04/01/15 07:56 P.M.
Please direct questions to the District Office

On April 1, 2015, at approximately 11:42 A.M., Idaho State Police investigated a five vehicle injury crash on Interstate 84 near milepost 27, in Canyon County.

David Gonzalez, 24, of Wilder, ID, was driving east on I84 near milepost 27 in a 1994 Honda Accord. Gonzalez slowed to a stop due to construction in the area. Andrew Deckard, 41, of Eagle, ID, was also traveling east on I84 in a 2007 Freightliner Tow Truck. Deckard failed to stop for traffic and collided into the back of the 1994 Honda Accord. The Impact of the crash pushed the Honda Accord into a 2012 Toyota Sequoia driven by Anthony Galloway, 38, of Anchorage, AK.

After the initial impact of Deckard's collision he drove into the left lane, overcorrected and veered in to the right lane colliding with a 2008 Peterbilt Semi pulling a 2013 Utility Trailer. The Peterbilt was driven by Roderick Smith, 65, of Wilder, ID.

Galen Cowger, 26, of Wilder, ID, attempted to avoid the collision between the Tow truck and the Peterbilt in a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500, but was struck by the Tow Truck.

Occupants of the crash were transported by ground ambulance to both St Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, and West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell.

East I84 was blocked for approximately 4 hours.


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Crash on I-84 near Juniper Road exit injures three

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District 4 Patrol 218 West Yakima, Jerome, ID 83338-5904 (208) 324-6000
Fax (208) 324-7897

For Immediate Release: 4/1/15 1:45 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

On April 1, 2015, at approximately 9:20 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash on Interstate 84 at milepost 260, three miles west of the Juniper Road exit. Stanley Walter, 77, of Burley, was eastbound in a Honda Odyssey. Stanley drove off the left shoulder, hit the guardrail, and went into the median. The vehicle rolled and continued across the westbound lanes, where it came to rest partially in the right lane of westbound travel.

Stanley and his passenger, Alice Walter, 73, of Burley, were transported by ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Medical Center in Burley. Another passenger, Deborah Hopkins, 54, of Rupert, was transported by air ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. All three occupants were wearing their seatbelts. The right lane of I-84 was blocked for three hours while police and emergency crews worked to clear the scene. The crash is still under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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