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Category: District 1 – Northern Idaho

  • February 20, 2025 - Idaho State Police Proudly Celebrates 86 Years of Service

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – Today, the Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly celebrates 86 years of dedicated service to the people of Idaho. Since 1939, ISP has remained steadfast in its commitment to protecting lives, property, and the constitutional rights of Idahoans. “Our legacy is one of honor, dedication, and relentless commitment to public safety,” said Colonel […]

  • February 14, 2025 - Update: Blocking Crash, Westbound Interstate 90 at milepost 26.5

    UPDATE: The crash is now cleared, and all lanes of traffic are now open, however expect delays as traffic begins to flow through the area. Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a blocking crash on Fourth of July Pass. The crash is blocking the westbound I-90 lanes at milepost 26.5. Please avoid the […]

  • February 14, 2025 - Idaho State Police Trooper Named Finalist for Prestigious International Award

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces that Corporal Travis Gurney has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 IACP/Motorola Solutions Trooper of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition, presented by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and Motorola Solutions, is among the highest honors in law enforcement. It […]

  • February 14, 2025 - Blocking Crash, Westbound Interstate 90 at milepost 26.5

    Idaho State Police is currently on scene of a blocking crash on Fourth of July Pass. The crash is blocking the westbound I-90 lanes at milepost 26.5. Please avoid the area or use an alternate route of travel. Expect delays. 552 / 3908

  • February 12, 2025 - Phone Scam Alert – ISP Impersonation

    ISP is warning the public about a scam involving callers falsely claiming to be an ISP Captain or representative. These scammers tell victims they have outstanding warrants and must pay their bond using Chime, Venmo, or other online payment platforms. ISP does not call individuals demanding payment or request personal information. This is a scam! […]

  • February 7, 2025 - Medical Emergency Leads to Incident on Interstate 90 in Post Falls

    POST FALLS, ID – Idaho State Police with the help of Post Falls Police Department responded to reports of a wrong way driver on I-90 starting around mile post 5. A red Honda Ridgeline was traveling west bound on the east bound shoulder of I-90. The vehicle slid down an embankment near mile post 2 […]

  • February 2, 2025 - Fatality Crash US95 at milepost 460, just south of Cocolalla, Bonner County

    Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle fatal collision that occurred at approximately 8:45 AM on US 95 near mile post 460, just south of Cocolalla, Bonner County, Idaho. A black 2015 Ford F-150, driven by a 45 year-old male from Post Falls, Idaho, was traveling north bound when he lost control of the […]

  • January 30, 2025 - Idaho State Police Detectives Honored for Heroic Actions on Interstate 84

    MERIDIAN, Idaho—The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly recognizes Detectives Chris Pohanka and Jamie Wood for their extraordinary courage in preventing a potentially fatal crash on Interstate 84. Their swift and selfless actions on October 16, 2024, saved a life and prevented what could have been a devastating tragedy during heavy traffic conditions. While driving west […]

  • January 19, 2025 - Fatality Crash on Spirit Lake Cutoff and Dream Catcher Ln, Bonner County

    The Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle fatality crash which was reported on January 18, 2025, at approximately 4:27 pm on Spirit Lake Cutoff Rd, near Dreamcatcher Ln, in Bonner County. A Chevrolet Silverado, driven by a 43 year-old male from Rathdrum, Idaho, was traveling southbound on Spirit Lake Cutoff Rd when the […]