Final Update - Crash near Cole/Overland on I84 Blocks Eastbound Traffic

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

For Immediate Release: 05/03/12 4:00 PM
Please direct questions to the District Office

FINAL UPDATE:

Shortly before 11:00 AM today, May 3, 2012, the Idaho State Police responded to a two-vehicle injury crash eastbound on I84 at milepost 50.5, east of the Cole Rd. overpass. Don Williams, age 82 of Buhl, was travelling east on I84 when, for reasons that are still under investigation, he was struck from behind by Ercilia Ivers, age 32 of Caldwell. Ivers and three juvenile passengers in her vehicle were transported to St. Alphonsus in Boise with injuries that were not life-threatening. Don Williams' passenger, Beverly Williams, age 74 of Buhl, was transported to St. Luke's in Boise, also with injuries that were not life-threatening. All adults were wearing seat belts, and all children were in safety seats. Multiple lanes of travel were blocked for approximately forty-five minutes. The crash is still under investigation.

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UPDATE

All lanes of travel are now open on I84 following this crash. Several people have been transported to the area hospitals, and the investigation will continue. More information will be relayed as it becomes available.

Original Release:

At this time, the Idaho State Police is investigating a crash in the eastbound lanes of I84 at milepost 50, just past the Cole/Overland exit. All lanes are blocked at this time with the exception of the far left lane. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if at all possible or be prepared for delays.



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