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Category: District 1 – Northern Idaho

  • October 29, 2024 - Idaho State Police Announces Milestone of 250 Trained SANE Nurses

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to announce the successful completion of its initiative to train 250 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), a significant achievement in supporting survivors of sexual assault throughout Idaho. Launched in September 2017, the “SANE250” initiative set out with the goal of training 250 nurses to provide […]

  • October 28, 2024 - Idaho State Police Warns of New Telephone Scam

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is alerting Idaho residents to a new wave of phone scams targeting Idaho residents. Callers are posing as law enforcement officers, using false claims of DNA test requirements and threats of arrest to coerce payments. In one reported case, a scammer left a voicemail claiming that the […]

  • October 28, 2024 - Idaho State Police Urges Residents to Have a Safe Halloween

    As Halloween approaches, the Idaho State Police (ISP) is partnering with local agencies to remind everyone to prioritize safety. Whether driving, trick-or-treating, or celebrating with friends, it’s essential to stay vigilant and cautious to ensure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween. “Halloween is a special time for families and communities, but it’s also a […]

  • October 24, 2024 - Injury crash Northbound US95 MP447, Athol, Idaho

    The Idaho State Police are investigating a serious injury crash that occurred on October 23, 2024, at approximately 6:35 pm in Kootenai County. The driver of a Hyundai Santa Fe was traveling south on US95 near milepost 447 and crossed the center median, colliding head-on with a Toyota Avalon that was traveling north. The Hyundai […]

  • October 23, 2024 - Idaho State Police Receives Silver Award for Excellence in Government Website Design

    MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the Silver Award in the Government-State category at the 19th Annual w3 Awards. This prestigious international competition celebrates outstanding digital experiences, creativity, and content and has recognized ISP’s commitment to excellence. The award is a testament to ISP’s reputation […]

  • October 8, 2024 - Idaho State Police Now Accepting Applications for Trooper Positions

    MERIDIAN, Idaho—The Idaho State Police (ISP) is now accepting applications for commissioned trooper positions and offering a $2,000 signing bonus. “ISP offers a unique and rewarding career for those committed to public service,” said Colonel Bill Gardiner, Director of the Idaho State Police. “Choosing to become an ISP trooper is more than just a job—it’s […]

  • September 27, 2024 - Conclusion of Idaho “Top Gun” Narcotics Investigation Course is a Collaborative Success

    Meridian, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 Idaho “Top Gun” narcotics investigation course. This week-long event, hosted at Gowen Field by the Idaho National Guard, brought together nearly 40 participants, including law enforcement officers and prosecutors from Idaho, Oregon, and Montana, for an intensive […]

  • September 22, 2024 - Fatal Crash on Coeur d’Alene River Rd. at milepost 19, north of Kellogg, ID

    On September 21st, 2024, at 5:56 pm the Idaho State Police and Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 2-vehicle crash which occurred near milepost 19 on Coeur d’Alene River Rd in Shoshone County, Idaho. A 50-year-old male from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho driving a gray 2016 Victory Magnum was traveling southbound on Coeur d’Alene River […]