Idaho State Police - News and Information: April 2023

Sunday, April 30, 2023

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

For Immediate Release: 04/30/23 5:00 a.m.
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Idaho State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash that occurred Saturday, April 29, 2023, at approximately 8:49 p.m., on Interstate 84 at milepost 45, in Ada County.

A Subaru Legacy, driven by a 21-year-old male from Kuna, was traveling westbound when it drove off the right shoulder, struck a tree, and rolled. The driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash.

The passenger, a 22-year-old female from Kuna, was transported to a local hospital via ground ambulance.

Neither occupant was wearing a seatbelt.

The right lane was blocked for approximately two-hours.

This incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Saturday, April 29, 2023

Idaho State Police Investigating a crash in Inkom

Sunday, April 23, 2023

Fatal Crash on SH-75 South of Bellevue

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

Fax (208) 324-7897

For Immediate Release: 4/23/23 7:40 p.m.

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Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 3:32 p.m., April 23, 2023, on SH-75 near milepost 98 south of Bellevue in Blaine County.

A 39-year-old male, of Hailey, was driving a 2013 Toyota Corolla northbound on SH75. A juvenile was driving a 2003 Chevy Silverado pickup southbound on SH75. The Corolla crossed the center line and collided with the Silverado head-on. The passenger in the Corolla, a 39-year-old female, of Hailey, succumbed to her injuries at the scene.

The driver of the Corolla was transported via ground ambulance to a local hospital. The driver of the Silverado was not transported however his passenger, a 46-year-old-male, of Shoshone, was transported via air ambulance to a local hospital.

The driver and passenger in the Corolla were wearing their seatbelts. The driver and passenger in the Silverado were not wearing their seatbelts.

The northbound and southbound lanes of SH-75 was blocked for approximately four and a half hours.

The incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Injury Crash NB US95 at milepost 456, Careywood, Bonner County

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District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
(208) 209-8620
Fax (208) 209-8619

For Immediate Release: 4/18/2023 8:58 pm
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Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 3:37 PM on April 18, 2023, on US 95 at mile post 456, near Careywood, in Bonner County.

The driver of a green Subaru Forester was stopped in the northbound lane of travel, waiting to make a left turn onto Barnhart Road. Northbound traffic was passing the turning vehicle using the right shoulder. The driver of a black Ford Fusion passenger car rear-ended the green Subaru Forester pushing it into the southbound lane of travel when it collided with a grey Ford Fusion that was traveling southbound. The roadway was completely blocked.

The driver of the black Ford Fusion passenger car was occupied by a 28-year-old female. She was transported to Kootenai Health by ambulance for evaluation. The green Subaru Forester was occupied by a 28-year-old female, and she was transported to Kootenai Health by ambulance for evaluation. The driver of the grey Ford Fusion was a 41-year-old male who was uninjured. Seatbelts were worn by all drivers.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Injury crash North of Potlatch on April 18, 2023

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District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 750-9300
Fax (208) 750-9385

For Immediate Release: 04/18/2023 1622
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On April 18, 2023, at 1012 hours, emergency crews responded to a two vehicle crash which occurred on US Highway 95 (US95) near mile post 370.5, at the Mineral Mountain Rest Area, in Latah County, Idaho. A silver 2017 Subaru Impreza, being driven by a 77 year old man from Kamiah, Idaho, was traveling northbound on US95. There was a 71 year old female passenger in the silver Subaru. A blue 2017 Subaru Impreza, being driven by a 38 year old man from Coeur D Alene, Idaho, was traveling southbound on US95. There was a 32 year old male passenger in the blue Subaru. The silver Subaru failed to yield to the blue Subaru as it turned left across the roadway, causing a head-on collision. All the involved occupants were transported by ground ambulance to the local hospital. The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Monday, April 17, 2023

Single Vehicle Injury Crash I84, East of Jerome

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

For Immediate Release: 04/17/2023 05:37
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Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle collision at 12:50 PM on Monday, April 17, 2023 in Jerome County. A 1972 GMC C1500 hauling a trailer with a motorcycle was travelling eastbound on Interstate 84 at mile marker 186 when the trailer began to fishtail. The vehicle then swerved into the median and overturned. The driver of the pickup, a 52-year-old male from Filer, was transported to the hospital via air ambulance.

Traffic in the eastbound lanes on Interstate 84 was blocked for approximately 20 minutes to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. Idaho State Police was assisted by the Idaho Department of Transportation and Jerome Fire Department.

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Friday, April 14, 2023

Correction Two Vehicle Fatality Crash, North of Nampa

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

For Immediate Release: 04/14/23 8:37 p.m.
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*** Correction. Time of crash was 3:10 p.m.***

Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 4:10 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023, on 11th Avenue N at Elm Lane, in Canyon County.

A female driver, 38, of Nampa, was travelling westbound on Elm Lane in a Dodge SUV, failed to stop at a stop sign, and was struck by a GMC pickup truck, being driven by a 25-year-old male, of Nampa, who was travelling southbound on 11th Avenue N. The GMC left the roadway and overturned.

The male driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

The male driver was not wearing a seatbelt. The female driver was.

Both lanes of 11th Avenue N. were blocked for approximately 3 hours.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Two Vehicle Fatality Crash, North of Nampa

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

For Immediate Release: 04/14/23 7:07 p.m.
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Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 4:10 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023, on 11th Avenue N at Elm Lane, in Canyon County.

A female driver, 38, of Nampa, was travelling westbound on Elm Lane in a Dodge SUV, failed to stop at a stop sign, and was struck by a GMC pickup truck, being driven by a 25-year-old male, of Nampa, who was travelling southbound on 11th Avenue N. The GMC left the roadway and overturned.

The male driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

The male driver was not wearing a seatbelt. The female driver was.

Both lanes of 11th Avenue N. were blocked for approximately 3 hours.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Two Vehicle Fatality Crash, West of Notus

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

For Immediate Release: 04/14/23 6:35 p.m.
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The Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 2:45 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023, on US20 at Don Lane, in Canyon County.

A female driver, 29, of Caldwell, was travelling westbound on US20 in a Chevrolet passenger car. A female driver, 67, of Bandon, Oregon, was travelling eastbound in a Chrysler passenger car. The vehicles collided head-on.

The driver of the Chrysler succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet was transported to a local hospital by ground ambulance.

The driver of the Chrysler was wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the Chevrolet was not.

Both lanes of US20 were blocked for approximately 2.5 hours.

This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Officer-Involved Shooting Incident in Bingham County

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Idaho State Police - District 5
5255 S. 5th Avenue, Suite 1
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
Office: (208) 239-9800
Fax: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 04/12/2023 3:30 P.M.

Officer-Involved Shooting Incident in Bingham County

MERIDIAN, Idaho - The Idaho State Police (ISP) is leading a Critical Incident Task Force (CITF) investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident in Bingham County where one suspect is deceased.

At about 12:30 p.m. today, Blackfoot Police Department located a vehicle associated with a wanted 36-year-old Idaho Falls man for eluding law enforcement, kidnapping, and aggravated assault. As officers approached the hotel, the suspect fled the scene in the vehicle.

Law enforcement from Blackfoot Police, Bingham County Sheriff's Office, and Fort Hall Police pursued the vehicle until it crashed on the ramp connecting U.S. 91 and southbound Interstate 15. As law enforcement approached the suspect, multiple shots were fired, and the 36-year-old suspect was struck. Although he was provided emergency medical aid, the suspect was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

Two passengers were also in the vehicle that crashed and sustained what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries during the incident. Both were transported by ambulance to local area hospitals. There is no medical update on the passengers.

U.S. 91 and the onramp from U.S. 91 to Interstate 15 are currently closed for the investigation. It is not known how long the roadway will be closed, but several more hours are expected. Drivers are encouraged to use alternative routes.

ISP is leading the CITF for this incident. As there is an ongoing investigation, no additional information can be released about the incident. The names and ranks of law enforcement involved will not be released at this time.
The Critical Incident Task Force (CITF) is conducting the investigation. CITF is a team of investigators and professional staff from the Idaho State Police and local law enforcement agencies who provide investigative and other assistance to law enforcement agencies in police use of force and other critical incidents. The CITF works with the local Prosecutor's Office, which reviews completed investigations.

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Updated Fatality Crash Near Parma

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 04/12/2023 11:01 A.M.
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***Corrected age from 42-year-old to 52-year-old***

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Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred at 5:54 A.M. Tuesday, April 11th, in Canyon County. A Volkswagen Jetta driving northbound on US95 at the 52.5 just north of Parma, appears to have crossed the center divider line and collided head on with a Toyota Corolla driving southbound.

The driver of the Toyota, a 52-year-old male from Parma, ID succumbed to his injuries at the scene. He was wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the Volkswagen, a 20-year-old male out of Nyssa, OR was transported via ground ambulance to a nearby hospital in Boise. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

Traffic on US95 was blocked in both directions for approximately 4 hours to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Fatality Crash Near Parma

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

For Immediate Release: 04/11/2023 3:05 P.M.
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Idaho State Police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred at 5:54 A.M. Tuesday, April 11th, in Canyon County. A Volkswagen Jetta driving northbound on US95 at the 52.5 just north of Parma, appears to have crossed the center divider line and collided head on with a Toyota Corolla driving southbound.

The driver of the Toyota, a 42-year-old male from Parma, ID succumbed to his injuries at the scene. He was wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the Volkswagen, a 20-year-old male out of Nyssa, OR was transported via ground ambulance to a nearby hospital in Boise. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

Traffic on US95 was blocked in both directions for approximately 4 hours to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. This incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Non Injury Crash US95 milepost 235

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District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 750-9300
Fax (208) 750-9385

For Immediate Release: 04/11/2023 12:23PM
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Idaho State Police is investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at approximately 5:04 am on April 11, 2023, on US96 near milepost 235 in Idaho County. A 28-year-old man and his 51-year-old male passenger from Grangeville driving a Kenworth tractor trailer loaded with lumber was traveling southbound on US95. The preliminary investigation indicates the Kenworth appears to have gone off the right shoulder and rolled onto its passenger side. The roadway was wet, and the rainfall reduced visibility. The driver and passenger were uninjured and wearing seatbelts. Traffic on US95 was partially blocked in the southbound lane for approximately 3.5 hours to allow emergency responders to assist those involved and clear the scene. The incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Monday, April 10, 2023

Fatal Crash Eastbound I-84 Milepost 211 in Heyburn

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

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For Immediate Release: 4/10/23 8:25 p.m.

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Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 3:18 p.m., April 10, 2023, at I-84 milepost 211 on ramp, Heyburn, in Minidoka County.

A 55-year-old male, of Declo, was driving a 2012 Harley Davidson FLHX Motorcycle eastbound I-84 on the on ramp when he failed to negotiate the curve. The vehicle continued off the left shoulder, struck an embankment and a fence. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The rider was not wearing a helmet.

Idaho State Police were assisted at the scene by Minidoka Sheriff's Office and Heyburn Police Department.

The incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Fatal Crash North of Buhl

Friday, April 7, 2023

Injury crash Lewiston area April 6, 2023

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District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 750-9300
Fax (208) 750-9385

For Immediate Release: 04/07/2023 1230
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Idaho State Police is investigating a vehicle collision that occurred on April 6, 2023, at approximately 10:24 pm on US95 near milepost 305 in Nez Perce County, Idaho. A 43-year-old woman from Grangeville driving a commercial vehicle was traveling northbound on US95. A 36-year-old man from Clarkston, WA, driving Dodge pickup was traveling southbound in the northbound lane and appears to have stuck the commercial vehicle head-on. The driver of the commercial vehicle was wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the pickup was transported by air ambulance to a local hospital. It is unknown if the driver of the pickup was wearing a seatbelt. Traffic on US95 was blocked in both directions for approximately 40 minutes to allow emergency responders to assist those involved. Evidence was found on scene to indicate that alcohol may have been involved in this crash. That evidence is part of the ongoing investigation. The incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Idaho State Police to partner with local jurisdictions for distracted driving emphasis patrols through the weekend.

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Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 884-7210

For Immediate Release: 04/06/2023 at 7:45 p.m.

Idaho State Police to partner with local jurisdictions for distracted driving emphasis patrols through the weekend.

Throughout Idaho, Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers and local law enforcement will have extra patrols enforcing distracted driving laws through the weekend. Idaho Transportation Department statistics indicate that in 2021, Idaho had 5,003 distracted driving crashes, including 30 fatalities and 284 serious injuries. The National Safety Council found that the percentage of drivers manipulating hand-held electronic devices increased by 127% from 2012 to 2021. ISP encourages drivers to put down distractions and focus on driving, as our roadways are dangerous.

"This emphasis has special meaning in District 4 due to the injury sustained by Sgt Wendler last year when a passing vehicle struck him on I-84 as he directed traffic at a vehicle fire. We want law enforcement to perform their duties and for travelers to reach their destinations safely," said ISP Trooper Scott Bolen in District 4. "Unfortunately, distracted driving is the leading cause of crashes in the United States and Idaho. People should be concerned when someone is holding a cell phone as their attention isn't on driving. Do the right thing, follow the law, don't get distracted, and focus your full attention on driving."

Distracted driving is defined as specific inattention that occurs when drivers divert their attention from driving to focus on another activity. The NHTSA reports that phones are the most frequent and dangerous distraction. Still, other activities like operating electronic devices, texting, emailing, searching for directions, or more conventional disruptions like interacting with passengers and eating are also distractions. A Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) report indicates that "Nearly 80% of crashes and 65% of near-crashes involved some form of driver inattention within three seconds before the event."

With the Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and NHTSA grant funding, extra law enforcement will patrol high-traffic areas looking to enforce distracted driving laws. (www.shift-idaho.org/engaged-driving)

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Idaho State Police to partner with local jurisdictions for distracted driving emphasis patrols through the weekend.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Idaho State Police Investigate Fatal Crash in Canyon County

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
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For Immediate Release: 04/05/2023 21:30 PM
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Idaho State Police is investigating a crash that occurred at 7:38 am on April 5, 2023, at the intersection of Karcher Rd and S Montana Ave in Canyon County.
A 19-year-old female, of Parma, was driving a 1999 Honda Civic southbound on S Montana Avenue in Caldwell. A 32-year-old male, of Nampa, was driving a 2017 GMC Acadia westbound on Karcher Rd. A 35-year-old male, of Caldwell, was driving a 2013 Toyota Tacoma eastbound on Karcher Rd.
The driver of the Honda failed to stop at the intersection of Karcher Rd and Montana Ave, where it was impacted by the GMC, then the Toyota.
The driver of the Honda succumbed to her injuries at the scene of the crash.

The driver of the Toyota Tacoma was not wearing a seatbelt. All other drivers and occupants were wearing seatbelts.

This incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Fatality Crash on I15 north of Idaho Falls

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Idaho State Police
District 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 528-3400 FAX: (208) 528-3485

For Immediate Release: <04/04/04 19:07>
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Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred April 4, 2023, at approximately 2:24 PM, northbound I15 at milepost 124, north of Idaho Falls.

A 2000 Peterbuilt driven by a 41-year-old male from Terreton, Idaho had activated hazard lights and was pulling into the right hand emergency lane.

A 2005 Chevrolet Aveo driven by a 45-year-old female from Roberts, Idaho was traveling northbound on I15 behind the semi. The female steered to the left, went off the left shoulder, overcorrected back onto the highway and overturned. Two passengers in the Aveo, a 23-year male and a 19-year-old female were ejected. The male passenger succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The female driver and the female passenger were transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital.

The driver of the Aveo was wearing a seatbelt; neither of the passengers were wearing a seatbelt.

Idaho State Police was assisted by Bonneville County Sheriff?s Office.

The roadway was blocked for approximately 3 hours.

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Monday, April 3, 2023

Multiple Crashes due to Winter Weather 4th of July Pass

Crash East Of Burley Sends Two To Hospital

Sunday, April 2, 2023

Idaho State Police recognizes National Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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Headquarters
S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 884-7210

For Immediate Release: 04/02/2023 at 12:00 p.m.

Idaho State Police recognizes National Sexual Assault Awareness Month

MERIDIAN, Idaho - The Idaho State Police (ISP) recognizes April as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and remains dedicated to increasing public awareness of this crime. Any unwanted sexual contact is a sexual assault, and thousands are traumatically affected every year. Victims often believe the incident was their fault, and this common reaction prevents them from speaking up, obtaining medical care, reporting the crime, or getting needed support. While it is a difficult decision, ISP encourages victims to call 911 and obtain care as soon as possible by going to a hospital where a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) assists victims.

"Sexual assault takes many different forms, but one thing remains consistent - It's never the victim's fault," says Deb Wetherelt, Idaho SANE Coordinator with ISP. "This is a tough subject, but knowing the facts is important. We know sexual assault is vastly underreported as studies indicate an assault occurs every 68 seconds in the United States; the statistics remain consistent in Idaho. Sadly, children are three times more likely to be sexually assaulted, while 10% of victims are male, no gender is immune from victimization."

As a Registered Nurse of 46 years, Deb joined ISP as a Forensics Nurse three years ago. Believing no one should be turned away or wait at a hospital for untrained staff, she oversees a statewide program to train nurses and other healthcare providers on medical care and evidence collection after a sexual assault. Deb has instructed 137 registered nurses through the 40-hour SANE course, which prepares nurses to conduct the exam and bolsters the SANE echelon that reaches more local communities.

ISP encourages nurses who have completed the SANE course to pursue international certification, which requires an additional 16 hours of training after the 40-hour course, performing 300 hours of SANE work, and successfully passing a difficult certification exam. The certification demonstrates a high level of expertise and dedication in caring for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Currently, there are 17 internationally certified SANEs in Idaho. While the number seems small, it is in line with other Pacific Northwest states, and Deb continues working to increase the number in Idaho.

Deb also provides trauma response behavior training to law enforcement to help them recognize the signs of trauma that victims may experience when reporting a crime. This critical training helps officers understand complex investigative techniques where recognizing the offense, victim responses, and their effect on the process is essential.

A December 2021 research brief on sexual assault victimization in Idaho, conducted by the Idaho Statistical Analysis Center (ISAC) at ISP, found an increasing trend in Idaho's sexual assaults:
- Between 2016 and 2020, the number of sexual assault victims known to Idaho law enforcement increased by 16%, and the number of sexual assault victims served by grant-funded programs in Idaho's crime victim service agencies increased by 36%.
- In 2020, about 1 in 8 (or 12%) of all victims of a crime against persons (commonly referred to as "violent crimes") reported to Idaho law enforcement were from sexual assaults.
- The number of victims served through programs in 2020 (9,573) was 4.6 times higher than the number who reported to law enforcement (2,091).

Of the services available, the Services, Training, Officers, and Prosecutors (STOP) Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant, administered at ISP, provides direct services to victims of sexual violence. This includes help navigating the criminal justice process, counseling and other mental health services, providing forensic exams and other medical care, and additional assistance. Before this year, the STOP grant funded Deb's position and training for new SANE nurses. However, in 2023, the Idaho Legislature provided funding for the position. Now, the grant can provide more training and there are plans to create a pediatric program.

With sexual assault victims, it is important to recognize the effects can be long-lasting and might include developing anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and long-term health consequences like asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, frequent headaches, chronic pain, and difficulty sleeping. Getting professional mental health counseling is an important healing step for this trauma - healing IS possible!

"There should be trained SANE nurses at every hospital. When survivors need an exam, they should see a SANE-trained professional and receive the needed follow-up, not wait for an outside referral. SANE nurses have the knowledge and resources to provide better assistance and help victims," said Deb. "While physical effects may diminish in weeks, the emotional impact of sexual assault is lifelong. Of female survivors, one in three becomes suicidal, with 13% taking their own lives; we need to change that!"

If you are a victim of sexual assault:
- Get to a safe place
- Call 911, go to a local hospital, or a domestic violence shelter
- It is never too late to report a sexual assault or seek help
- Prompt reporting and evidence collection may strengthen the investigation for prosecution
- If you choose, a companion or victim advocate can be with you throughout the process
- If possible, preserve evidence by delaying bathing, showering, and other hygienic processes
- You are not alone - help is available

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Law enforcement refers to those with crimes committed against them as victims. However, sexual assault victims are survivors! If you are a survivor, know anyone being victimized, or believe someone needs assistance, there is help:

Resources:
Faces of Hope Victim Center: https://www.facesofhopevictimcenter.org
Idaho Programs for Victims of Crime, Idaho Shelters, and DV Offender Intervention Programs: www.icdv.idaho.gov/directory
Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance: www.icdv.idaho.gov
Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence: www.idvsa.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
National Sexual Violence Resource Center: www.NSVRC.org
National Sexual Violence Resource Center - Idaho: www.nsvrc.org/organizations/189
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN): www.rainn.org
Women's and Children's Alliance 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline: 208-345-7273

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