Fatality Crash on SH 200, near Clark Fork

CLARK FORD, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle collision that occurred at approximately 6:22 AM near Clark Fork on SH 200 in Bonner County.

A Hyundai Equus was traveling east when it veered off the roadway and struck a rock face. The vehicle was occupied by a 45-year-old female driver from San Pedro, CA, and a 65-year-old male from Union City, CA. The female driver was wearing her seatbelt. The male passenger was not. The driver was taken to a nearby hospital by ground ambulance, the male passenger succumbed to his injuries on scene. Next of kin has been notified.

Traffic on SH 200 was down to one lane of travel for approximately four hours to allow emergency responders to assist those involved, investigate, and clear the scene.

Evidence was found on scene to indicate that drugs and/or alcohol may have been involved in this crash. That evidence is part of the ongoing investigation.

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Posted in District 1 - Northern Idaho