MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Jason Horst to the rank of captain. The pinning ceremony will take place tomorrow, Sept. 11, a date that carries significant meaning for Horst, whose military service was shaped by the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. From 1991 […]

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BANNOCK COUNTY, Idaho — With the new school year underway, law enforcement agencies across the region will increase patrols around schools Friday in an effort to keep students safe and encourage safe driving. The effort is led by the Southeast Idaho Traffic Safety Task Force, which includes the Idaho State Police, Bannock County Sheriff’s Office, […]

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LEWISTON, Idaho — As thousands gather in the Lewiston area for Hot August Nights, law enforcement agencies are stepping up efforts to keep the community safe. Starting tonight and continuing through Saturday, the Idaho State Police, Lewiston Police Department, and Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office will increase patrols in and around the annual classic car […]

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MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to announce the promotion of Jens Pattis to the rank of Major. In his new role, Major Pattis will lead ISP’s Western Command, overseeing Investigations, Executive Protection and Capitol Security, District 3, Forensic Services, Regional Communications Centers, and will participate on the ICJC Human Trafficking […]

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BEAR LAKE, Idaho – With the annual Bear Lake Raspberry Days beginning today and summer crowds surging, the public should expect an increased law enforcement presence in the area. To handle the daily influx of more than 5,000 visitors—and even more during the three-day festival—Idaho State Police troopers have expanded patrols. In addition to vehicle […]

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NEZ PERCE COUNTY, Idaho – On July 23, 2025, at approximately 10:23 a.m., the Idaho State Police attempted to stop a red Honda CM400 motorcycle that was traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 12 and then turned northbound on Hubbard Gulch Road. The rider abandoned the motorcycle near the intersection of Hubbard Gulch and Stoney Point […]

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BURLEY, Idaho – The Idaho State Police will increase patrols tomorrow along a 60-mile stretch of Interstate 84, from the Interstate 86 split to the Utah border. Troopers will be enforcing speed limits as part of a multi-state effort with Washington, Oregon, Montana and Alaska. “Speed limits exist for a reason – to save lives,” […]

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JEROME, Idaho — The Idaho State Police is increasing patrols on Interstate 84 through the Jerome widening and interchange project, starting today and continuing through the Fourth of July weekend. To help keep holiday traffic safe, troopers will conduct emphasis patrols in the large work zone between Jerome and Twin Falls. The holiday period sees […]

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BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho State Police is increasing patrols in Southwest Idaho over Fourth of July weekend, one of the deadliest travel holidays of the year. The holiday period carries a higher risk of traffic fatalities due to increased travel and impaired driving. To help keep holiday traffic safe, ISP will send a team […]

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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho – Monday, June 9, Idaho State Police (ISP) dispatch received a report of a driver failing to maintain their lane, running off the road, almost striking other vehicles, and speeding. At approximately 8:28 p.m., ISP conducted a traffic stop on the reported vehicle—a 2023 white Toyota Camry—traveling northbound on Interstate 15 for […]

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