Fatal Crash EB SH8 at milepost 40, east of Bovill

IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE

District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732

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For Immediate Release: 8/6/17 2:02 AM

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The Idaho State Police investigated a fatal crash that occurred on SH8 at milepost 40, east of Bovill, ID on 8/5/17 at 8:04 pm. Aaron L Pointon, 39 of Elk River, ID, was driving a red 1992 Ford Ranger pickup when he failed to negotiate a curve and struck the guardrail on the eastbound side. The vehicle then veered across the road and struck the guardrail on the westbound side. Pointon was partially ejected and pronounced deceased at the scene. The vehicle was towed by Dollar Towing. Latah County Sheriff's Office and Deary Ambulance assisted. The investigation continues.

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Posted in District 2 - Central Idaho