Tuesday, July 31, 2018

** Update ** Crash Westbound I-84 near Milepost 222 at the I-86 Split, east of Declo

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For Immediate Release: 7/31/18 3:42 p.m.
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***** Update *****

The westbound and eastbound lanes of travel on I-84 are open.

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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash westbound on I-84 near milepost 222 at the I-86 split. Currently traffic control is in place alternating westbound and eastbound traffic.

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Crash Westbound I-84 near Milepost 222 at the I-86 split

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For Immediate Release: 7/31/18 2:55 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash westbound on I-84 near milepost 222 at the I-86 split. Currently traffic control is in place alternating westbound and eastbound traffic.

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Idaho State Police Pursuit near Lewiston

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On July 30, 2018 at approximately 9:38 pm an Idaho State Police Trooper attempted to stop a Maroon 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo southbound US95 near milepost 316. The driver failed to stop for the trooper and a pursuit was initiated. Additional Idaho State Troopers deployed spike strips which the suspect ran over. The suspect continued to travel southbound on deflated tires and came to a stop near milepost 282 where the driver was taken into custody. Suspect James A. Lemm was booked into the Nez Perce County Jail for Felony Eluding, DUI Second Offense, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
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Monday, July 30, 2018

Final Update on Crash East of Burley

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For Immediate Release: 7/31/2018 12:35 a.m.
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*****Final Update*****

On Monday, July 30, 2018, at approximately 8:50 pm, the Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle, injury crash, on I-84 near milepost 218, east of Burley.

Kyle Wilkinson, 30, of Jerome, was driving westbound in a 2002 Dodge Dakota. Wilkinson drove over the rumble strip, overcorrected, and drove across the lanes of travel into the median. The Dodge rolled and came to rest in the eastbound lanes of travel and caught on fire.

Wilkinson was transported via ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Medical Center.

The eastbound lanes were partially blocked for approximately one hour while crews worked to clear the scene.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.



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The Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash eastbound on I-84 near milepost 218, east of Burley.
All eastbound lanes are blocked at this time.

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*Update 2*Blocking Crash East of Burley

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All lanes are now open.


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*Update*Blocking Crash East of Burley

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One lane is back open at this time.


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The Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash eastbound on I-84 near milepost 218, east of Burley.
All eastbound lanes are blocked at this time.

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Blocking Crash East of Burley

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The Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash eastbound on I-84 near milepost 218, east of Burley.
All eastbound lanes are blocked at this time.

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Idaho State Police investigates fatality crash in Caldwell

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On Monday, July 30, 2018, at approximately 5:00 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a fatality crash at the intersection of South 10th Avenue and Fillmore Street in Caldwell.

Richard Cook, 19, of Riggins, was riding a 1979 Honda motorcycle east on Fillmore St. Daniel Lasiter, 27, of Caldwell, was driving north on S. 10th Ave. in a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. Cook failed to stop at the stop sign and collided with the Blazer.

Cook was ejected from the motorcycle and he was not wearing a helmet. He was transported to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, where he succumbed to his injuries. Cook's next of kin has been notified. Lasiter was wearing a seat belt. He was transported by ground ambulance to West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell.

The crash remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Semi Rollover Near Smiths Ferry

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For Immediate Release: 7/30/2018 at 3:15 p.m.
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On Monday, July 30, 2018, the Idaho State Police investigated a single commercial vehicle rollover crash on State Highway 55 at milepost 93.2, south of Smiths Ferry in Valley County.
Joshua Wilson, 38, of Kalispell, Montana, was drving south on Highway 55 in a 2013 Peterbilt tractor pulling a 2013 flatbed trailer hauling plywood. Wilson's vehicle left the right side of the roadway into the gravel, where it overturned coming to rest on its top.
The load of plywood and debris blocked the southbound lane for approximately four hours.
Wilson was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and was not injured.
This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.
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Sunday, July 29, 2018

Fire US95 near milepost 305 - Photos ***

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For Immediate Release: 07/29/2018 3:20 PM
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****UPDATE WITH PHOTOS ATTACHED*****

On July 29th, 2018 at approximately 12:33 PM, the Idaho State Police responded to a vehicle fire northbound on US95 near milepost 305, near Spalding, Idaho. A motorhome was towing a 2013 Jeep, when the Jeep lost its front driveline, causing sparks. The Jeep then started on fire and became fully engulfed. This fire then started the hillside on fire to the north of the highway near milepost 305 on US95. Nobody was injured during this incident. The power company for the area has turned off the power to the area north of the highway and we do not have an expected time for it to be turned back on at this time. The northbound side of the highway has been reduced to one lane of travel. Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling northbound on US95 from the Spaulding bridge area to milepost 305. Nez Perce County fire personnel and surrounding fire agencies are currently onscene fighting the fire.

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Fire US95 near milepost 305

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On July 29th, 2018 at approximately 12:33 PM, the Idaho State Police responded to a vehicle fire northbound on US95 near milepost 305, near Spalding, Idaho. A motorhome was towing a 2013 Jeep, when the Jeep lost its front driveline, causing sparks. The Jeep then started on fire and became fully engulfed. This fire then started the hillside on fire to the north of the highway near milepost 305 on US95. Nobody was injured during this incident. The power company for the area has turned off the power to the area north of the highway and we do not have an expected time for it to be turned back on at this time. The northbound side of the highway has been reduced to one lane of travel. Drivers are advised to use caution when traveling northbound on US95 from the Spaulding bridge area to milepost 305. Nez Perce County fire personnel and surrounding fire agencies are currently onscene fighting the fire.

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Blocking injury crash WB I90 @ 28.5

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For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 4:15pm
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The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of an injury crash at mile marker 28.5 outside of Coeur d'Alene near the top of Fourth of July pass. The left westbound lane is currently blocked and will be for an extended amount of time. Use caution and stay right when going through the area. Expect delays. Additional information will be released when available.

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**UPDATE** Fire US95 milepost 305

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For Immediate Release: <07/29/18 13:11>
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****UPDATE****
The Idaho State Police has opened one northbound lane for traffic. The left hand lane is open at this time. Expect congestion and slow moving traffic in the area. Please use caution. Thank you.
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Idaho State Police is on scene of a vehicle fire that has spread up the hill. The northbound lanes of Highway 95 are completely blocked. Please avoid the area if possible. It is unknown how long the highway will be blocked.

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Fire US95 Milepost 305, Spalding Bridge

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Idaho State Police is on scene of a vehicle fire that has spread up the hill. The northbound lanes of Highway 95 are completely blocked. Please avoid the area if possible. It is unknown how long the highway will be blocked.

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Fatality Crash on Robinson Road in Canyon County

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For Immediate Release: 07/29/18 6:08 a.m.
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On Saturday, July 28, 2018, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle fatality crash on Robinson Road and Kuna Road in Canyon County.
Thomas L. Hunt, 18, of Meridian, was driving northbound on Robinson Road in a 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. Jacob P. Ware, 32, of Kuna was driving eastbound on Kuna Road in a 2014 Subaru Impreza. Hunt failed to yield at a stop sign and collided Ware. Two of Hunt's passengers, Zachary J. Newman, 18, of Meridian, and a juvenile were ejected and succumbed to their injuries at the scene.

Hunt and two juvenile passengers were transported by ground ambulance to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. Ware and passengers Jessica Ware, 31, of Kuna and two juveniles were transported by personal vehicle to Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Nampa.

The passengers of the Chevrolet Blazer were not wearing seatbelts. Ware and his passengers were wearing seat belts.

Next of kin has been notified.

This crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Saturday, July 28, 2018

Injury Crash EB I90at milepost 11, west of Coeur d'Alene

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For Immediate Release: 07/28/2018 12:23 AM
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For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 6:40pm
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On July 27, 2018 just prior to 3:30 pm, a hit and run crash occurred on Interstate 90 in Spokane Valley, Washington involving a blue Toyota Tundra pickup. The Idaho State Police Communications Center received numerous calls reporting the blue Toyota Tundra continuing to drive erratically and in a reckless manner through Idaho. While attempting to locate the Toyota Tundra, we were advised it had crashed eastbound I90 at milepost 11 near Coeur d?Alene.
At approximately 3:36 pm an injury crash occurred on I90 at milepost 11, just west of Coeur d'Alene, ID. A blue 2008 Toyota Tundra pickup driven by Ian M. Bolstad, 24, of Newport, WA rear-ended a blue 2008 Subaru Outback driven by Ellen F. Brown, 57, of Coeur d'Alene, ID. Brown was pushed into the closed section of the construction zone and struck a large post of an overhead traffic sign. The Subaru came to rest on top of the concrete jersey barrier. Bolstad's pickup came to rest a short distance ahead in the eastbound lanes of I90. I90 was blocked and down to one lane for approximately 3 hours. Bolstad, Brown, and the passenger of Brown's vehicle, Joelle E. Tanguay, 33, of Tumwater, WA were transported to Kootenai Health by ambulance. Brown was then flown to Sacred Heart Medical Center. All occupants were wearing their seatbelts. The crash is still under investigation and charges are pending.


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Friday, July 27, 2018

* Update * Three vehicle crash on I84, east of Burley.

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For Immediate Release: Friday- July 27,2018 11:40 p.m.
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*Update*

On Friday, July 27, 2018, at approximately 5:08 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a three vehicle crash, eastbound on I84 near milepost 217, east of Burley.

Lionel Vaughan, 58, of Arimo, was stopped with traffic in the left eastbound lane, in a 2004 Peterbuilt straight truck, due to backed up traffic.
Woody Clifford, 54, of Idaho Falls, was traveling eastbound, in a 2016 Jeep Patriot. Clifford failed to stop and rear-ended Vaughan's vehicle. Clifford was then rear-ended by Troy Degraff, 42, of Folsom, CA, who was driving a 2005 Toyota van. Vaughan's vehicle was pushed into the median. Clifford's vehicle overturned and caught fire. Degraff's vehicle also overturned.

Clifford succumbed to his injuries on scene. Degraff and his five passengers were transported by ground ambulance to Cassia Regional Hospital in Burley. Vaughan was not transported. All subjects were wearing seatbelts.

This crash is still being investigated by Idaho State Police.


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The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash blocking eastbound on I-84 near milepost 216.

Motorists should expect delays in the area.

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Fatality Crash - EB US20 in Island Park

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

For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 11:31 p.m.
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On Friday, July 27, 2018 at approximately 5:11 p.m. the Idaho State Police investigated a fatality crash westbound US20 at milepost 386, in Island Park.

Robert D. Kessler, 44, of Ririe, was traveling eastbound on US20 in a 2017 Kenworth dump truck hauling gravel when the vehicle left the paved portion of the highway and went off the right shoulder and then rolled, coming to rest on its side. Kessler succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash.

Kessler was not wearing a seatbelt.

Next of kin has been notified.

Roads were blocked by emergency vehicles for approximately one hour. Idaho State Police was assisted on scene by Fremont County Sheriff's Office.



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Update - Blocking injury crash EB I90@11

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For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 6:40pm
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The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of an injury crash at mile marker 11 in Coeur d'Alene. At least one lane will be blocked for an extended period of time. Avoid the area or use an alternate route. Additional information will be released when available.

*update* The crash has been cleared. Both lanes are now open.

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Blocking injury crash EB I90@11 witness request

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For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 4:15pm
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**** The Idaho State Police is requesting for those that witnessed the crash that occurred on the eastbound side of I90 at milepost 11, just west of Coeur d'Alene, on Friday, July 27, 2018 at 3:31 PM to contact Tpr Michael Archer or Tpr Brittany Clark to fill out a witness statement. Reference number C18001743. Thank you for your assistance. ****



The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of an injury crash at mile marker 11 in Coeur d'Alene. At least one lane will be blocked for an extended period of time. Avoid the area or use an alternate route. Additional information will be released when available.

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Blocking crash I-84 at 216

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For Immediate Release: Friday- July 27,2018 6:00 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash blocking eastbound on I-84 near milepost 216.

Motorists should expect delays in the area.

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Blocking injury crash EB I90@11

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For Immediate Release: 07/27/2018 4:15pm
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The Idaho State Police is currently on scene of an injury crash at mile marker 11 in Coeur d'Alene. At least one lane will be blocked for an extended period of time. Avoid the area or use an alternate route. Additional information will be released when available.

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update - Blockage EB I-84 at 222

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For Immediate Release: Friday, July 27, 2018 at 5:10 p.m.
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*Update*

The lanes of travel are now open.

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Traffic is currently being funneled through the westbound lanes and motorist should expect delays.

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Blockage EB I-84 at 222

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The Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash blocking eastbound lanes on I-84 at milepost 222, in the construction zone.

Traffic is currently being funneled through the westbound lanes and motorist should expect delays.

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Driver arrested after eluding officers in Utah and Idaho.

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District 5 5255 S. 5th Avenue, Suite 2
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 7/27/18 - 7:45 a.m.
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On Thursday, July 26, 2018, at 8:19 p.m., the Idaho State Police received a call from Box Elder County, Utah about a pursuit suspect who had fled into Idaho on Interstate 15. Idaho State Police troopers were able to locate the vehicle, but had to discontinue the pursuit for safety reasons when the driver entered the construction zone on I-15 near McCammon.

The driver was later located on U.S. Highway 30 by Bannock County deputies, but again, responding units had to discontinue for public safety reasons. The vehicle was located a third time by Idaho State Police south of Bancroft, Idaho. The driver again attempted to evade police.

Idaho State Police troopers, with the assistance of Caribou County deputies, were able to stop the vehicle near Old Highway 30 and Talmage Road, southeast of Bancroft. The driver, Adam Cook, 34, of Logan, UT, was arrested and transported to the Caribou County jail. Cook was charged with felony eluding and driving without privileges.


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Crash on I86 Injures One

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District 5 5255 S. 5th Avenue, Suite 2
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 7/26/2018 1:05 a.m.
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***Update***

On Thursday, July 26, 2018, at 9:31 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one-vehicle crash westbound on I86 at milepost 53.7, about 7 miles west of Pocatello.
Jaquoy Twiss, 21, of Paul, ID, was driving westbound on I86 in a 2005 Honda Accord. The vehicle left the road, went into the median, overturned, crossed eastbound lanes and came to rest on the right shoulder of eastbound lanes. Twiss was not wearing a seatbelt and was transported to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Thursday, July 26, 2018

Update 2 - Crashes Block Interstate 84 near Eagle Road in Meridian

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For Immediate Release: 7/26/2018 at 1:45 p.m.
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***Update 2***

On Thursday, July 26, 2018, at 8:57 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, near the Cloverdale Overpass, in Meridian.

Christopher Holmes, 39, of Boise, was driving a 2016 Yamaha motorcycle westbound on Interstate 84 when traffic began to slow for a property damage crash westbound Interstate 84 near milepost 46, the Eagle Road exit. Holmes merged to the second lane from the right to go around traffic congestion. James Moser, 73, of Meridian, was driving a 2004 Saturn Ion westbound on Interstate 84 when he began to slow for traffic. Moser lost control, drove across two lanes of travel, and struck Holmes' motorcycle. Holmes was transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

Holmes was wearing a helmet. Moser was wearing a seatbelt. The left lane was blocked for approximately one and a half hours while crews worked to clear the scene.

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***Update 1***

The lanes of travel are no longer blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian and a second property damage crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46, the Eagle Road exit, in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked at the Cloverdale overpass and the right lane of travel is blocked at the Eagle Road exit. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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News release - Idaho State Police implementing federal grants to improve sexual assault evidence collection efforts throughout Idaho

News release - ISP implementing federal grants to improve sexual assault evidence collection efforts throughout Idaho

For Immediate Release, July 26, 2018

Contact: Tim Marsano, ISP public information officer, 208.884.7122 tim.marsano@isp.idaho.gov

Summary:

Idaho State Police applied for and has now received several federal grants that will be used to improve how sexual assault evidence is collected and processed throughout our state. We know that collection of sexual assault evidence is not performed in a standardized manner around Idaho.

The Services, Training, Officers, Prosecutors (STOP) Violence Against Women Grant funding of more than $250,000 will be used to:

- Allow ISP to hire an individual to provide training across Idaho to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) and coordinate community Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). This individual in this new position, once hired, will travel and provide training to SANE nurses across Idaho, providing an estimated 250 Idaho nurses with a basic, 40-hour SANE training course and clinical experience.

- Provide sexual assault evidence collection facilities with adequate equipment and supplies for that purpose.

Idaho State Police is collaborating with numerous government and community partners to ensure the best possible medical and criminal justice resources exist to help Idaho's survivors of sexual assaults. Idaho is a national leader in addressing this important issue and our state has:

- Passed aggressive laws to test and retain sexual assault kits

- Implemented the nation's first, fully functional statewide sexual assault kit tracking system

- Worked to ensure victims of these crimes are cared for without personal cost

We're now working to ensure we have the best-trained nurses and best-organized communities against this crime in the nation. These new grants will make a huge difference towards those goals.

Additional Details / Idaho Legislature efforts and quotes from legislators / Medical facilities' participation:

1. Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) has been awarded two grants through the US Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women for improving sexual assault evidence collection in Idaho. The Services, Training, Officers, Prosecutors (STOP) Violence Against Women Grant funding will be used for three purposes.

a. First, $113,142 was awarded to hire an individual to train Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) and coordinate the community Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART) around the state of Idaho. The SANE/SART Coordinator (SSC) will provide introductory and continuing education to SANE nurses around Idaho including overseeing practical exercises to ensure competency. The SSC will also work with communities all over Idaho to ensure that medical providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, and other stakeholders meet together regularly to improve sexual assault investigations all over the state. While SART teams generally exist in larger communities in Idaho, a large focus will be setting up or strengthening SART teams in rural communities in Idaho. While an application is required each year, it is anticipated that the SSC position will be funded for up to four years through this granting program.

b. Second, $45,000 was awarded to provide an estimated 250 nurses in the state of Idaho the basic 40 hour SANE training course and associated clinical experience. ISPFS will partner with the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) to provide this training in three urban centers around the state and also make the course available via video conference to areas around the state. Any nurse collecting sexual assault evidence in Idaho will be provided with this training free of charge. This introductory training will serve as a springboard for more nurses to apply for certification if they desire. The training will continue to be offered to nurses around the state by the SSC nurse on an as-needed basis. This resource will be a great help to hospitals and clinics as they have staff turnover and also continuing education needs.

c. Third, $100,000 was awarded to ensure that all hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities where sexual assault kits are collected by medical professionals have adequate equipment and supplies. The needs of each collection site will be evaluated by the SSC, and items such as digital cameras, lighting, evidence dryers, and evidence collection and packaging items will be provided. Complete forensic examination toolkits will be provided in areas where collection sites do not have any of these resources, and specific tools will be provided at other sites to meet their needs. The main focus of this initiative is to help rural hospitals and clinics address their needs so that they can better assist survivors of this crime in their communities.

2. Idaho State Police is committed to making Idaho communities safe. When individuals are victimized in our communities, we want to ensure the best possible medical and criminal justice resources exist to help these survivors. ISP is collaborating with a number of government and community partners on this overall initiative we call SANE250. Partners such as the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance, Idaho Women's and Children's Alliance, Idaho Chiefs of Police Association, Idaho Sheriffs Association, St. Luke's Healthcare, St. Alphonsus Healthcare, and the Idaho Prosecuting Attorney's Association will make this initiative possible. Representative Melissa Wintrow, Representative Maxine Bell and Senator Shawn Keough have already been encouraging local communities to get behind and involved in this initiative.

3. Idaho leads the nation in addressing this important issue. Idaho passed aggressive laws to test and retain kits, implemented the first fully functional statewide sexual assault kit tracking system, worked to ensure survivors of this crime were cared for without cost, and is now working to ensure we have the best trained nurses and most organized communities against this crime in the country. These grants will make a huge difference in the state of Idaho and Idaho State Police is proud to lead on this initiative.

4. Duties and responsibilities of the SSC:

a) Coordinate Idaho statewide Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) training program.

b) Help communities around Idaho establish and develop Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART) and communicate and collaborate with them to ensure for sustainability.

c) Attend SART meetings statewide and facilitate and participate in the discussion as needed.

d) Facilitate Idaho Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (ISAKI) meetings including facilitation of the scheduling, agenda, notes, and action items.

e) Account for ISP grant purchased equipment at Sexual Assault Kit collection facilities in Idaho.

f) Supply sexual assault kit collection facilities in Idaho with collection and packaging supplies.

g) Coordinate with the ISPFS SAK Tracking Administrator regarding hospital and clinic participation.

h) Provide introductory and advanced SANE training including adult, adolescent, and pediatric courses and practical exercises.

i) Coordinate and provide continuing education for SANE trained nurses in Idaho.

j) Facilitate and conduct SANE/SART conferences as time permits and budget allows. Emphasis will be placed on an annual SANE/SART conference in Idaho.

k) Work with hospital or clinic administrators to develop or enhance SANE programs.

l) Provide reports to ISPFS and other stakeholders regarding state SANE/SART programs.

m) Continuously work with ISPFS biology/DNA unit to identify training necessary at collection sites based on what is being sent to the lab for testing. Implement the training in the areas identified.

n) Maintain the state sexual assault kit collection protocol and work with stakeholders to ensure an appropriate amount of ongoing review and updates are implemented. Ensure national collection standards are implemented in Idaho protocols.

o) Provide education to nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals regarding victim centered and trauma informed decision making.

p) Network Idaho with other states and national organizations to improve sexual assault kit evidence collection.

q) Participation in long-range planning and policy development related to sexual assault issues in Idaho.

r) Public speaking and presentations before government officials, healthcare administrators and staff, and other stakeholders.

5. On May 17, 2018, Idaho State Representative Melissa Wintrow wrote a letter to Idaho hospitals which explained her concerns regarding the collection of sexual assault evidence throughout our state. In that letter, she detailed the problems we currently face with it, including:

a. The distance a victim sometimes needs to travel to receive a post-assault examination

b. Improperly conducted examinations, in many cases

c. Lack of specialized training by some of the medical professionals who conduct these examinations

6. Rep. Wintrow's letter, co-signed by State Senator Shawn Keough and State Representative Maxine Bell, explained that Idaho State Police has procured grant funding to launch statewide Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) training and obtain the necessary equipment and supplies to do so. Quotes about this initiative from the above-named Idaho legislators follow:

a. Rep. Melissa Wintrow/(D-Boise): "Every sexual assault survivor in Idaho should be treated with dignity and respect no matter where they live. We want all Idaho communities to have the tools to treat survivors, collect critical evidence for law enforcement and put offenders behind bars."

b. Rep. Maxine Bell/(R-Jerome): "We value our rural hospitals and the dedicated doctors and nurses who serve our communities every day. The SANE250 initiative will enhance the services our medical centers provide and ensure sexual assault survivors can receive humane and competent care close to home. None of these survivors should have to drive hours away from their friends and family to undergo sexual assault examinations."

c. Sen. Shawn Keough/(R-Sandpoint): "North Idaho hospitals should be equipped with the latest tools and training to help sexual assault survivors get justice. The SANE250 initiative enables medical centers throughout the state to send a message that their communities care deeply about this issue."

7. Hospitals around the state have responded favorably to this request for their participation. To date, the following facilities are on board:

BINGHAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - Blackfoot

ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL - Cottonwood

VALOR HEALTH - Emmett

NORTH CANYON MEDICAL CENTER - Gooding

ST. JOSEPH RMC - Lewiston

GRITMAN MEDICAL CENTER - Moscow

CLEARWATER VALLEY HOSPITAL - Orofino

ST. LUKE'S (statewide participant)

ST. ALPHONSUS (statewide participant)

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Update 1 - Crashes Block Interstate 84 near Eagle Road in Meridian

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For Immediate Release: 7/26/2018 at 9:25 a.m.
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***Update 1***

The lanes of travel are no longer blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian and a second property damage crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46, the Eagle Road exit, in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked at the Cloverdale overpass and the right lane of travel is blocked at the Eagle Road exit. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian and a second property damage crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46, the Eagle Road exit, in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked at the Cloverdale overpass and the right lane of travel is blocked at the Eagle Road exit. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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**Final Update***Crash Blocks US 93 Near Shoshone

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The lanes of travel are now open for this property damage crash. No further information will be provided.

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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash northbound US93 at milepost 72, near Shoshone. Both lanes of travel are blocked. More information will be released when it becomes available.


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The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash northbound US93 at milepost 72, near Shoshone. Both lanes of travel are blocked. More information will be released when it becomes available.


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Wednesday, July 25, 2018

**Cancel** Amber Alert Issued by Caldwell PD, Idaho

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Aila and Kelly Vesterby have been located in Mountain Home, Idaho. Kelly Vesterby is in custody.

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**Update-

The vehicle has been located in Boise, Idaho. Police are still searching for Kelly and Aila Vesterby.

3638/3413

**end of update**

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

ACTIVE AMBER ALERT
Aila Nyelle Vesterby - Caldwell,ID
07/25/2018 10:10 p.m. Mountain Time

If you have any information please CALL Caldwell Police Department, Canyon County 208-454-7531 or 911

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

We have just received this important information regarding an abducted child in Caldwell, Idaho.
Caldwell Police are looking for a child who was last seen at 2320 Carnegie Street Caldwell, Idaho, and is believed to be in danger.

The child's name is:
Aila Nyelle Vesterby, is a 11 years old white female with blond hair and blue eyes believed to be 5'2, weighing 70 lbs.

Authorities say that the child may be in the company of Kelly James Vesterby, a 48 year old white male with brown hair and hazel eyes believed to be 5'8, 210 lbs.
They may be traveling in a blue/green 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV, with license plate: Idaho 3292V

If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child, please contact Caldwell Police Department at 208-454-7531 or 911 immediately.
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VICTIM: Aila Nyelle Vesterby
Age: 11
Sex: female
Race: white
Hair: blonde
Eyes: blue
Height: 5'2
Weight: 70 lbs

SUSPECT: Kelly James Vesterby
Age: 48
Sex: male
Race: white
Hair: brown
Eyes: hazel
Height: 5'8
Weight: 210 lbs


INCIDENT: Caldwell, Idaho
Date: 07/24/2018
Time: evening hours
Missing From: Caldwell, Idaho
Summary: In the evening hours of 7/24/2018, Kelly Vesterby left Caldwell, ID, with Aila Vesterby, possibly to Mountain Home or Minnesota. Aila's mother has full custody. Kelly took clothing items for himself and Aila, and left in the Hyundai. Kelly is considered armed. Family members are concerned Aila is in danger.

3638/3413

*update* Amber Alert Issued by Caldwell PD, Idaho

**Update-

The vehicle has been located in Boise, Idaho. Police are still searching for Kelly and Aila Vesterby.

3638/3413

**end of update**

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

ACTIVE AMBER ALERT
Aila Nyelle Vesterby - Caldwell,ID
07/25/2018 9:20 p.m. Mountain Time

If you have any information please CALL Caldwell Police Department, Canyon County 208-454-7531 or 911

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

We have just received this important information regarding an abducted child in Caldwell, Idaho.
Caldwell Police are looking for a child who was last seen at 2320 Carnegie Street Caldwell, Idaho, and is believed to be in danger.

The child's name is:
Aila Nyelle Vesterby, is a 11 years old white female with blond hair and blue eyes believed to be 5'2, weighing 70 lbs.

Authorities say that the child may be in the company of Kelly James Vesterby, a 48 year old white male with brown hair and hazel eyes believed to be 5'8, 210 lbs.
They may be traveling in a blue/green 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV, with license plate: Idaho 3292V

If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child, please contact Caldwell Police Department at 208-454-7531 or 911 immediately.
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VICTIM: Aila Nyelle Vesterby
Age: 11
Sex: female
Race: white
Hair: blonde
Eyes: blue
Height: 5'2
Weight: 70 lbs

SUSPECT: Kelly James Vesterby
Age: 48
Sex: male
Race: white
Hair: brown
Eyes: hazel
Height: 5'8
Weight: 210 lbs


INCIDENT: Caldwell, Idaho
Date: 07/24/2018
Time: evening hours
Missing From: Caldwell, Idaho
Summary: In the evening hours of 7/24/2018, Kelly Vesterby left Caldwell, ID, with Aila Vesterby, possibly to Mountain Home or Minnesota. Aila's mother has full custody. Kelly took clothing items for himself and Aila, and left in the Hyundai. Kelly is considered armed. Family members are concerned Aila is in danger.

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*update* Amber Alert Issued by Caldwell PD, Idaho

**Update- photos attached**

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

ACTIVE AMBER ALERT
Aila Nyelle Vesterby - Caldwell,ID
07/25/2018 8:10 p.m. Mountain Time

If you have any information please CALL Caldwell Police Department, Canyon County 208-454-7531 or 911

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

We have just received this important information regarding an abducted child in Caldwell, Idaho.
Caldwell Police are looking for a child who was last seen at 2320 Carnegie Street Caldwell, Idaho, and is believed to be in danger.

The child's name is:
Aila Nyelle Vesterby, is a 11 years old white female with blond hair and blue eyes believed to be 5'2, weighing 70 lbs.

Authorities say that the child may be in the company of Kelly James Vesterby, a 48 year old white male with brown hair and hazel eyes believed to be 5'8, weighting 210 lbs.
They may be traveling in a blue/green 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV, with license plate: Idaho 3292V

If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child, please contact Caldwell Police Department at 208-454-7531 or 911 immediately.
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VICTIM: Aila Nyelle Vesterby
Age: 11
Sex: female
Race: white
Hair: blonde
Eyes: blue
Height: 5'2
Weight: 70 lbs

SUSPECT: Kelly James Vesterby
Age: 48
Sex: male
Race: white
Hair: brown
Eyes: hazel
Height: 5'8
Weight: 210 lbs

VEHICLE:
Color: blue/green
Year: 2002
Make: Hyundai
Model: Santa Fe
Style: SUV
License#: 3292V
State: Idaho
Description: veterans license plates
Direction of Travel: unknown destination, may be traveling to a reservation in Minnesota or Mountain Home, Idaho.

INCIDENT: Caldwell, Idaho
Date: 07/24/2018
Time: evening hours
Missing From: Caldwell, Idaho
Summary: In the evening hours of 7/24/2018, Kelly Vesterby left Caldwell, ID, with Aila Vesterby, possibly to Mountain Home or Minnesota. Aila's mother has full custody. Kelly took clothing items for himself and Aila, and left in the Hyundai. Kelly is considered armed. Family members are concerned Aila is in danger.

3638/3413

Amber Alert Issued by Caldwell PD, Idaho

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

ACTIVE AMBER ALERT
Aila Nyelle Vesterby - Caldwell,ID
07/25/2018 8:10 p.m. Mountain Time

If you have any information please CALL Caldwell Police Department, Canyon County 208-454-7531 or 911

This is an activation of the AMBER Alert System.

We have just received this important information regarding an abducted child in Caldwell, Idaho.
Caldwell Police are looking for a child who was last seen at 2320 Carnegie Street Caldwell, Idaho, and is believed to be in danger.

The child's name is:
Aila Nyelle Vesterby, is a 11 years old white female with blond hair and blue eyes believed to be 5'2, weighing 70 lbs.

Authorities say that the child may be in the company of Kelly James Vesterby, a 48 year old white male with brown hair and hazel eyes believed to be 5'8, weighting 210 lbs.
They may be traveling in a blue/green 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV, with license plate: Idaho 3292V

If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child, please contact Caldwell Police Department at 208-454-7531 or 911 immediately.
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VICTIM: Aila Nyelle Vesterby
Age: 11
Sex: female
Race: white
Hair: blonde
Eyes: blue
Height: 5'2
Weight: 70 lbs

SUSPECT: Kelly James Vesterby
Age: 48
Sex: male
Race: white
Hair: brown
Eyes: hazel
Height: 5'8
Weight: 210 lbs

VEHICLE:
Color: blue/green
Year: 2002
Make: Hyundai
Model: Santa Fe
Style: SUV
License#: 3292V
State: Idaho
Description: veterans license plates
Direction of Travel: unknown destination, may be traveling to a reservation in Minnesota or Mountain Home, Idaho.

INCIDENT: Caldwell, Idaho
Date: 07/24/2018
Time: evening hours
Missing From: Caldwell, Idaho
Summary: In the evening hours of 7/24/2018, Kelly Vesterby left Caldwell, ID, with Aila Vesterby, possibly to Mountain Home or Minnesota. Aila's mother has full custody. Kelly took clothing items for himself and Aila, and left in the Hyundai. Kelly is considered armed. Family members are concerned Aila is in danger.

3638/3413

News Release - Idaho State Police and allied law enforcement agencies conduct joint operation resulting in drug seizures, arrests near Lewiston

News Release - Idaho State Police and allied law enforcement agencies conduct joint operation resulting in drug seizures, arrests near Lewiston
Immediate release, July 25, 2018
Contact: Tim Marsano, ISP Public Information Officer, 208.884.7122


On July 24, 2018, the Idaho State Police conducted a joint operation with the Lewiston Police Department, Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office and Nez Perce Tribal Police Department on US Highway 12 and US Highway 95 near Lewiston, Idaho. The focus of the operation was to enhance traffic safety and identify and disrupt criminal activity.
Over the course of 7 hours, 42 vehicles were stopped for traffic violations. Upon further investigation during those stops, law enforcement initiated 6 felony drug charges, 25 misdemeanor drug charges and made 1 outstanding warrant arrest. Law enforcement also seized 21 grams of methamphetamine and 1 gram of heroin. One arrest was made for felony unlawful possession of a firearm and two weapons were seized. Multiple citations and warnings were issued for traffic violations. The Idaho State Police appreciates allied agency support of its mission to provide public safety across the State of Idaho through law enforcement excellence.
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Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Two vehicle crash southbound I15 at milepost 86, north of Fort Hall

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 7/24/18 7:24 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

On Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at approximately 4:23 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash southbound I15 at milepost 86, six miles north of Fort Hall.

Sandra Smith, 49, of Rigby was southbound on I15 in a 2005 Subaru Legacy. Kristin Derouen, 19, of Pocatello, was behind the Subaru in a 2002 Nissan Sentra.

At approximately 4:00 p.m., a commercial vehicle had struck an overpass in the area, causing debris to fall in the roadway. Multiple vehicles were stopped with flat tires, which was causing traffic to slow down. The Subaru was slowing down when the Nissan struck it from behind. The Subaru came to rest in the median and the Nissan came to rest partially blocking the southbound left lane. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts. Smith was transported to Portneuf Regional Medical Center in Pocatello by ground ambulance.

The Nissan caught fire, which started a grass fire in the median. The northbound lanes were blocked due to visibility issues caused by the smoke.

The southbound left lane was blocked for approximately one hour and twenty minutes. Both northbound lanes were blocked for approximately fifteen minutes, and the right lane was blocked for an additional twenty five minutes.

The crash is under investigation by Idaho State Police.


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Final Update: Injury Crash On Interstate 15 at Milepost 25 Near the Malad Summit

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 7/24/2018 6:15 p.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

***Final Update***

On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at 10:36 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a three-vehicle fatality crash on southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 25, near the Malad Summit in Bannock County.
Jeffery S. Carter, 45, of Nampa, was driving southbound Interstate 15 in the left lane in a 2005 Nissan Frontier Pickup with a small U-Haul trailer.

Duane P. Barnes, 65, of Glen Arms, Maryland, was driving in the left lane behind Carter in a 2017 Hyundai passenger car.

Carter and Barnes started to slow down while approaching the summit at mile post 25.

Daniel D. Barker, 36, of Pocatello, was driving a 2018 Ram 2500 pickup and failed to slow down and struck the rear-end of the Hyundai. The Hyundai was then pushed into the rear of the U-Haul trailer. Barker was not wearing a seatbelt.

Barnes was not wearing a seatbelt and succumbed to his injuries on scene. His passenger, Nancy M. Barnes, 67, of Glen Arms, Maryland, was transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. She was wearing a seatbelt. Next of kin has been notified.

The southbound lanes of Interstate 15 was blocked for approximately four and half hours.
This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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***End of Final Update***

Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a multi-vehicle injury crash on southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 25, near the Malad Summit,in Bannock County. The southbound lanes are blocked, and motorists can expect a delay if in the area. More information will be released when available.

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Update 2 - Crash Blocks State Highway 16 Near Emmett

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For Immediate Release: 07/24/2018 at 2:35 p.m.
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On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at 7:12 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a three-vehicle injury crash northbound State Highway 16 at milepost 110.5, near Emmett.

Gabriel Miller, 20, of Boise, was driving a 1987 Ford pickup northbound on State Highway 16. Lynn Curtis, 43, of Emmett, was driving a 2001 Dodge pickup pulling a 2008 flatbed trailer southbound on State Highway 16. Jacob Mills, 29, of Emmett, was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Impala southbound on State Highway 16 behind the pickup and trailer.

Miller's vehicle crossed the center line and struck Curtis' trailer. Miller's vehicle then struck Mill's vehicle.

Miller was transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, in Boise. Mills was transported by ground ambulance to Valor Health Emmett Medical Center, in Emmett.

The northbound and southbound lanes of State Highway 16 were blocked for approximately two hours and forty-five minutes while crews worked to clear the scene. All occupants were wearing seatbelts. The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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***Update 1***

The lanes are no longer blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

3725

***End of Update 1***

The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash northbound State Highway 16 at milepost 111, near Emmett. The northbound and southbound lanes of travel are blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Injury Crash On Interstate 15 at Milepost 25 Near the Malad Summit

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For Immediate Release: 7/24/2018 11:22 a.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a multi-vehicle injury crash on southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 25, near the Malad Summit,in Bannock County. The southbound lanes are blocked, and motorists can expect a delay if in the area. More information will be released when available.

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** Update ** Crash On US93 Near Jerome With Blockage

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For Immediate Release: 07/24/2018 10:49 a.m.
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***** Update *****

The northbound lanes of US-93 at E 200 N, milepost 57, in Jerome County, are open.

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At this time Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash at northbound US-93 at mile post 57 just east of Jerome. Northbound lanes are currently blocked at this time. More information will be provided as it is available.

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Crash On US93 Near Jerome With Blockage

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For Immediate Release: 07/24/2018 10:08 a.m.
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At this time Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash at northbound US 93 at mile post 57 just east of Jerome. Northbound lanes are currently blocked at this time. More information will be provided as it is available.

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Update 1 - Crash Blocks State Highway 16 Near Emmett

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For Immediate Release: 07/24/2018 at 9:47 a.m.
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***Update 1***

The lanes are no longer blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash northbound State Highway 16 at milepost 111, near Emmett. The northbound and southbound lanes of travel are blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash Blocks State Highway 16 Near Emmett

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For Immediate Release: 07/24/2018 at 7:55 a.m.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash northbound State Highway 16 at milepost 111, near Emmett. The northbound and southbound lanes of travel are blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Monday, July 23, 2018

***Final Update**** Three vehicle crash blocking one lane of travel northbound I15 at milepost 81, near Fort Hall.

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For Immediate Release: 07/23/2018 5:10 p.m.
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***Final Update***

On Monday, July 23, 2018, at approximately 12:00 P.M, the Idaho State Police investigated a three-vehicle injury crash northbound I-15 at milepost 81, near the Burns Road overpass.

A surveyor crew had the right lane blocked, and traffic was restricted to the left lane. Madison K. Harris, 21, of Carmichael, California, was travelling northbound in a 2002 Subaru on I-15. Harris attempted to change lanes and struck William N. Rice, 77, of Weiser, who was travelling northbound in a 2016 Ford Focus, from the side. Rice then hit a semi, driven by Forrest W. Hurst, 24, of Declo, from behind.

All occupants were wearing seatbelts.

Rice was transported to Portneuf Medical Center by ground ambulance.

The lanes were blocked for approximately one hour and forty minutes.

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The northbound lanes of travel are now open. Will update when information becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating a three vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 81. The right lane of travel is currently blocked for the investigation of the crash.

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**FINAL UPDATE** - All lanes open - Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 at Blacks Creek, east of Boise

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**Final Update**

On Monday, July 23, 2018, at 9:30 a.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle, rollover crash on eastbound Interstate 84 near milepost 64, just east of the Blacks Creek Road interchange.

Andriana Goewey, 22, of Barry, Illinois, was driving a 2003 Buick Century east on I-84 at Blacks Creek when she drove off the right side of the road, lost control of the vehicle, struck a guard rail, and then rolled. The vehicle came to rest on its roof in the middle of the eastbound lanes of traffic. Goewey was trapped in the vehicle and had to be extricated.

Goewey was transported by air ambulance to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. Goewey's passengers, Shirley Goewey, and two juvenile passengers were transported by ground ambulance to St. Al's, Boise. All occupants were wearing seat belts.

Both of the eastbound lanes were blocked for just over an hour while crews worked to clear the scene. Traffic was backed up for just over five miles due to the blockage. All lanes have since reopened and traffic is flowing smoothly through the area.

**End of Final Update**

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**Update 2**

All lanes of I-84 have been cleared for traffic. More details will be released when they are available.

**End of Update 2**

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The left lane of travel at the crash scene has been cleared for eastbound traffic. Traffic is still backed up for about 5 miles in the area and moving slowly.

**End of Update**

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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, just east of the Blacks Creek interchange east of Boise. The eastbound lanes of I-84 are completely blocked, and traffic is congested in the area. More information will be released when available.

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***Update**** Three vehicle crash blocking one lane of travel northbound I15 at milepost 81, near Fort Hall.

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 07/23/2018 1:12 p.m.
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****Update********************

The northbound lanes of travel are now open. Will update when information becomes available.

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The Idaho State Police is investigating a three vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 81. The right lane of travel is currently blocked for the investigation of the crash.

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Three vehicle crash blocking one lane of travel northbound I15 at milepost 81, near Fort Hall.

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
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For Immediate Release: 07/23/2018 12:40 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a three vehicle crash northbound I15 at milepost 81. The right lane of travel is currently blocked for the investigation of the crash.

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**UPDATE 2** - All lanes open - Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 at Blacks Creek, east of Boise

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For Immediate Release: 7/23/18 10:45 a.m.
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**Update 2**

All lanes of I-84 have been cleared for traffic. More details will be released when they are available.

**End of Update 2**

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The left lane of travel at the crash scene has been cleared for eastbound traffic. Traffic is still backed up for about 5 miles in the area and moving slowly.

**End of Update**

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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, just east of the Blacks Creek interchange east of Boise. The eastbound lanes of I-84 are completely blocked, and traffic is congested in the area. More information will be released when available.

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**UPDATE 1** - Left lane open - Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 at Blacks Creek, east of Boise

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**Update 1**

The left lane of travel at the crash scene has been cleared for eastbound traffic. Traffic is still backed up for about 5 miles in the area and moving slowly.

**End of Update**

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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, just east of the Blacks Creek interchange east of Boise. The eastbound lanes of I-84 are completely blocked, and traffic is congested in the area. More information will be released when available.

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Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 at Blacks Creek, east of Boise

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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 64, just east of the Blacks Creek interchange east of Boise. The east bound lanes of I-84 are completely blocked, and traffic is congested in the area. More information will be released when available.

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Sunday, July 22, 2018

Fatal Crash SH53 at Ramsey Rd, Rathdrum

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For Immediate Release: 07/22/2018 06:19 PM
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On July 22nd,2018 at approximately 2:46 pm, the Idaho State Police investigated a fatal crash near Rathdrum, Idaho. Jesse Villa, 68 years old of Torrance, CA, was travelling westbound on SH53 approaching Ramsey Rd driving a 2000 Honda motorcycle. Joseph Bitner, 22 years old of Athol,ID, was travelling eastbound on SH53 approaching Ramsey Rd in a white 2005 Ford F350. Bitner turned to go northbound on Ramsey Rd and collided with Villa's motorcycle. Villa was thrown from the motorcycle and succumbed to his injuries. Next of kin has been notified. Bitner was wearing a seatbelt and Villa was wearing a helmet. Investigation is continuing.

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***Final Update***Crash Slows Traffic between Fort Hall and Pocatello

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 7/22/18 3:27 p.m.
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***Final Update***

On Sunday, July 22, 2018, at 12:12 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash southbound on Interstate 15 at milepost 74, three miles north of the Pocatello Creek exit.

A surveyor crew had the right lane blocked, and traffic was restricted to the left lane. Cade J. Robinson, 23, of Twin Falls, was driving a 2011 Chevrolet Traverse southbound in the left lane of Interstate 15. Janet Jimenez, 25, of Blackfoot, was driving behind him in a 2017 Honda Civic. Robinson started to slow down for traffic. Jimenez did not stop in time and rear-ended his vehicle. Jimenez's vehicle went into the median. Robinson was able to pull over to the right shoulder. Both occupants were wearing seatbelts. Airbags were deployed in Jimenez's vehicle.

Jimenez was transported by ground ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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All vehicles have been removed from the scene. More information will be released when available.

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At this time, Idaho State Police is investigating a crash southbound on I15 at milepost 74, three miles north of the Pocatello Creek exit. Traffic is backing up due to the crash and motorist should expect delays. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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***Update***Crash Slows Traffic between Fort Hall and Pocatello

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
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For Immediate Release: 7/22/18 2:00 p.m.
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***Update***

All vehicles have been removed from the scene. More information will be released when available.

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At this time, Idaho State Police is investigating a crash southbound on I15 at milepost 74, three miles north of the Pocatello Creek exit. Traffic is backing up due to the crash and motorist should expect delays. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Crash Slows Traffic between Fort Hall and Pocatello

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For Immediate Release: 7/22/18 12:40 p.m.
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At this time, Idaho State Police is investigating a crash southbound on I15 at milepost 74, three miles north of the Pocatello Creek exit. Traffic is backing up due to the crash and motorist should expect delays. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

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Fatality Crash I-84 West of Mountain Home

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On Saturday, July 21, 2018, at approximately 8:40 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash eastbound on I-84 near milepost 87, west of Mountain Home.

Brittani Gibson, 30, of Owyhee, Nevada, was driving a 1998 Ford Explorer. Gibson lost control of the vehicle and rolled, coming to rest in the median. Gibson was ejected from the vehicle and was transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, where she succumbed to her injuries. Gibson had three minor passengers who were also transported by ground ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise. Two of the juveniles were also ejected. Gibson and the two juveniles were not wearing seatbelts, the third passenger was wearing a seatbelt.

Next of kin has been notified.

This crash is still under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Saturday, July 21, 2018

Injury Crash West of Ririe

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

For Immediate Release: Sunday - July 22, 2018 12:35 a.m.
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On Saturday, July 21, 2018, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle, injury crash on US-26 near milepost 342, west of Ririe.

Courtney Prescott, 28, of Ammon, was driving westbound in a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. A juvenile was driving a 2002 Lincoln LS. The juvenile was turning onto westbound US-26, failed to yield and the Lincoln was struck by the Volkswagen.

Prescott and her passenger, Jennifer Little, 43, of Ammon, were transported via ground ambulance to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. The juvenile driver and three juvenile passengers were not transported. All occupants except Little were wearing their seatbelts.

The westbound lanes were blocked for an hour and forty-five minutes while crews worked to clear the scene.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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**Update** Two vehicle injury crash blocking traffic northbound US95 at milepost 67.5, in Payette

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For Immediate Release: 07/21/2018 2:36 p.m.

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On Saturday, July 21, 2018, at 7:07 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle injury crash northbound US95 at milepost 67.5, in Payette. A juvenile was driving a Chevrolet Express van northbound on US95 at milepost 67.5. Michael Hoffman, 58 of Greenleaf, was pulled over to the right shoulder in a Kenworth commercial vehicle. The juvenile crossed over the fog line and collided with the trailer of the commercial vehicle. The juvenile was transported by air ambulance to St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

The juvenile was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Hoffman was not wearing a seatbelt. The lanes of travel were blocked for approximately 3 hours for the investigation of the crash.


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The Idaho State Police is investigating a two vehicle injury crash northbound US95 at milepost 67.5. The northbound lanes are currently blocked for the investigation of the crash.

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Two vehicle injury crash blocking traffic northbound US95 at milepost 67.5, in Payette

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For Immediate Release: 07/21/2018 8:21 a.m.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a two vehicle injury crash northbound US95 at milepost 67.5. The northbound lanes are currently blocked for the investigation of the crash.

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Friday, July 20, 2018

***Update***Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 Near the Eagle Overpass In Meridian

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For Immediate Release: 7/20/18 3:25 p.m.
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***Update***

All lanes are opened, more information will be released when available.

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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46,just east of the Eagle Overpass in Meridian. The two left lanes are currently blocked. More information will be released when available.

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Crash With Blockage Eastbound Interstate 84 Near the Eagle Overpass In Boise

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For Immediate Release: 7/20/18 1:51 p.m.
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Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a crash with blockage on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 46,just east of the Eagle Overpass in Boise. The two left lanes are currently blocked. More information will be released when available.

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Thursday, July 19, 2018

Blocking Crash on US91, South of Blackfoot

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
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For Immediate Release: 07/20/2018 12:23 A.M.
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On Thursday, July 19, 2018, at approximately 9:04 P.M., Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle property damage crash at the intersection of US91 and Bronco Road, south of Blackfoot.

Delon Webb, 19, of Pocatello, Idaho, was travelling northbound on US91 near milepost 93 in a 2003 Ford F150 pickup truck. Sheryl Broncho, 25, of Fort Hall, Idaho, was also travelling northbound in a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. Broncho stopped to make a left turn onto Bronco Road when Webb rear ended the Suburban.

Broncho, passenger Jordan Broncho, 28, of Fort Hall, and a juvenile passenger, were all transported by ground ambulance to Bingham Memorial Hospital. All occupants of the Suburban were wearing their seatbelts; Webb was not wearing a seatbelt.

The northbound lane of US91 was blocked for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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Update 2 - Crash Blocks Lane on Interstate 84 at Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian

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For Immediate Release: 07/19/2018 at 10:49 a.m.
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***Update 2***

On Thursday, July 19, 2018, at 7:11 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, near the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian.

Anthony Andree, 22, of Nampa, was driving in a 2003 Jeep Liberty. Andree slowed rapidly, and was struck from behind by a 2005 Dodge Caravan, driven by Kaetlyn Wesselman, 18, of Meridian. Wesselman was transported by ground ambulance to St Luke's Meridian Medical Center in Meridian.

Andree and Wesselman were wearing seatbelts. The left lane was blocked for approximately two hours while crews worked to clear the scene. The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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***Update 1***

The left lane of travel is no longer blocked.

3725

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The Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Update 1 - Crash Blocks Lane on Interstate 84 at Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian

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For Immediate Release: 07/19/2018 at 8:48 a.m.
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***Update 1***

The left lane of travel is no longer blocked.

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***End of Update 1***

The Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash Blocks Lane on Interstate 84 at Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian

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The Idaho State Police is on scene of an injury crash westbound Interstate 84 at milepost 47, the Cloverdale Overpass in Meridian. The left lane of travel is blocked. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Final Update: Crash on I15 Near Hamer Blocks Lane

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Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
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For Immediate Release: 07/18/18 6:02 PM
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*****Beginning of Final Update*****

All lanes of travel are now open.

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*****Beginning of Update*****

On Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at approximately 1:20 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle fatality crash, southbound on I15 at approximately milepost 155, north of Hamer, ID. Veronica Hormuth, 63, of Santa Ana, CA, was driving southbound in a 2005 Lexus SUV when she fell asleep, drifted off of the left side of the roadway, over-corrected and then rolled the vehicle. The passenger, Steven Hormuth, 68, of Santa Ana, CA, was ejected and succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash. Veronica Hormuth was flown by air ambulance to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. Both occupants were wearing the lap portion of their seat belts. Next of kin has been notified. The crash remains under investigation.

The left lane is still blocked while crews work to clear the scene. Additional information will be released when it's available.

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Idaho State Police are on scene of a crash southbound on I15 at mile post 155 near Hamer, ID. The left lane is currently blocked and will be for a period of time while units investigate the crash. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Update: Crash on I15 Near Hamer Blocks Lane

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Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
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For Immediate Release: 07/18/18 5:11 PM
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*****Beginning of Update*****

On Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at approximately 1:20 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle fatality crash, southbound on I15 at approximately milepost 155, north of Hamer, ID. Veronica Hormuth, 63, of Santa Ana, CA, was driving southbound in a 2005 Lexus SUV when she fell asleep, drifted off of the left side of the roadway, over-corrected and then rolled the vehicle. The passenger, Steven Hormuth, 68, of Santa Ana, CA, was ejected and succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash. Veronica Hormuth was flown by air ambulance to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. Both occupants were wearing the lap portion of their seat belts. Next of kin has been notified. The crash remains under investigation.

The left lane is still blocked while crews work to clear the scene. Additional information will be released when it's available.

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Idaho State Police are on scene of a crash southbound on I15 at mile post 155 near Hamer, ID. The left lane is currently blocked and will be for a period of time while units investigate the crash. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Crash on I15 Near Hamer Blocks Lane

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For Immediate Release: 07/18/18 2:10 PM
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Idaho State Police are on scene of a crash southbound on I15 at mile post 155 near Hamer, ID. The left lane is currently blocked and will be for a period of time while units investigate the crash. More information will be released as it becomes available.

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Media advisory - reporters invited to observe a driver safety course, July 23, 7 a.m., Burley High School

Media Advisory
July 17, 2018
Contact: ISP District 4 Office, Jerome, ID (208) 324-6000

Idaho State Police have created a driver safety course, with topics including roadway safety and interactions with law enforcement. Classes are available in the Mini-Cassia area upon request and when it is possible for a trooper to provide it. The public should request such classes from the ISP District 4 office by calling (208) 324-6000.

Media representatives are invited to one of these classes.
Who / Where: Idaho State Police provide a class to students at the Burley High School, Burley, ID. Contact can be made at the school front office. Please arrive a few minutes prior to the class start.
What: Idaho State Police provide driver safety training in a classroom setting
When: Monday, July 23, 7:00 a.m.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2018

**Final Update** Crash With Blockage West Bound I86 at MP 42 Near American Falls

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Pocatello, Idaho 83204
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For Immediate Release: 07/17/2018 6:45pm
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**Final Update*

On Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at approximately 2:12 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a fatal crash on I-86 at milepost 42 near American Falls. Stephen Peterson, 75, of Idaho Falls was travelling eastbound on I-86 in a semi hauling potatoes when the vehicle went off the left shoulder and into the westbound lanes of travel. The vehicle then flipped on its side and caught fire. Peterson succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash.

Peterson was not wearing a seatbelt.

Next of kin has been notified.

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At this time the right lane is currently blocked, traffic is flowing in the left lane. Traffic is no longer being diverted at exit 44.
More information will be provided as it is available.

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At this time the Idaho State Police is investigating a crash at west bound I86 at mile marker 42 near American Falls. The interstate is currently blocked west bound at exit 44 Seagull Bay.

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