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District 3 Patrol
700 S. Stratford Dr.,
Meridian, ID 83642
For Immediate Release: 08/015/2023 6:00 p.m.
Direct media inquiries to (208) 884-7360
Idaho State Police Investigates a Three Vehicle Collision
MERIDIAN, Idaho - The Idaho State Police (ISP) is investigating a collision that was reported around 3:30 p.m. on August 15, on State Highway 55 near milepost 98.
Upon arrival, troopers discovered a three-vehicle collision involving a car, a semi-truck loaded with sand, and a pickup truck pulling a trailered boat. The semi-truck rolled and is partially hanging over the embankment. The driver of the pickup was transported to a hospital by air ambulance with injuries.
The collision is completely blocking the roadway and is expected to remain closed for 2-3 hours. Travellers should find alternative routes or adjust their travel plans.
Valley County Sheriff's Office is assisting with this incident.
The incident remands under investigation and there is no further information to provide at this time.
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