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Category: District 1 – Northern Idaho

  • July 25, 2024 - Fire closes SH3 east of Lewiston, Idaho

    The Idaho State Police, the Idaho Transportation Department, and the Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office are working together to shut down SH3 from US12 north to the Latah County and Nez Perce County line, near milepost 7, just south of Juliaetta, Idaho, due to a fire. Please avoid the area to allow first responders to […]

  • July 18, 2024 - Commercial Vehicle Property Crash SH57 mp 7 Priest River

    Idaho State Police is investigating a one-vehicle crash that occurred just before 1246 hours on July 18th, 2024, in Bonner County, Idaho. The crash occurred on State Highway 57 near mile post 7, just north of Priest River. A 27-year-old male, from Spokane Valley, Washington, was driving a white 2002 Sterling Tanker Truck loaded with […]

  • July 18, 2024 - Idaho State Police Participates in Statewide Initiative to Combat Aggressive Driving

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is collaborating with over 50 law enforcement agencies across the state to tackle the critical issue of aggressive driving. From July 19 to August 11, ISP troopers will increase patrols to target and mitigate dangerous driving behaviors on Idaho’s roads. This effort is part of the “100 […]

  • July 18, 2024 - Idaho State Police Launches Updated Website to Enhance Transparency and Accessibility

    MERIDIAN, ID – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is delighted to introduce its newly redesigned website, www.isp.idaho.gov, designed with the user in mind. This update enhances transparency and provides users with easy access to essential information and services. The website offers a seamless and user-friendly experience, with features that will make viewing more productive. The […]

  • July 15, 2024 - Vote for Idaho State Police in the 11th Annual AAST “Best Looking Cruiser” Contest!

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces our newest 2024 patrol vehicle, the Ford Mustang GT. We acquired Mustangs to enhance our fleet with high-performance, reliable, and efficient cars that meet the rigorous demands of law enforcement. The Mustang’s powerful engine and advanced handling capabilities, unique to this model, enable troopers to […]

  • July 14, 2024 - Fatal Crash on Dufort Rd near Otts Basin Rd

    ISP investigates multi-motorcycle crash on Dufort Rd in Bonner County, Idaho. Bonner, Idaho- Idaho State Police is investigating a four-vehicle collision on Dufort Rd. There were multiple serious injuries along with one fatality. Just before 11:46 a.m. this morning, Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers responded to a multi-vehicle motorcycle crash on Dufort Rd. During the […]

  • July 2, 2024 - Stay Safe This July 4th: Idaho State Police and Local Agencies Promote Sober Driving

    Stay Safe This July 4th: Idaho State Police and Local Agencies Promote Sober Driving MERIDIAN, Idaho – As Independence Day approaches, the Idaho State Police (ISP) and law enforcement agencies throughout Idaho are collaborating with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) to combat impaired driving. From July 3rd through 10th, law enforcement […]

  • July 1, 2024 - 2023 Crime in Idaho Report Released

    2023 Crime in Idaho Report Released MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police Bureau of Criminal Identification has released the annual Crime in Idaho 2023 Report. This report is a synopsis of statewide crime statistics gathered from law enforcement agencies across Idaho by a set deadline. Among many other statistics, it includes the Statewide Crime […]

  • June 26, 2024 - Idaho State Police Investigates Officer-Involved Use of Force in Benewah County

    Idaho State Police Investigates Officer-Involved Use of Force in Benewah County EMIDA, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is investigating a use of force shooting incident that occurred at a residence in Emida when Benewah County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to arrest a male individual. On Monday, June 24, Benewah County Sheriff’s Office Deputies […]

  • June 21, 2024 - Injury Crash SH3 at milepost 53, near Clarkia, Shoshone County

    Idaho State Police is investigating an injury crash which occurred at approximately 02:54 PM, June 21, 2024, on SH 3 near milepost 53 in Shoshone County. A 19-year-old male from Saint Maries Idaho driving a grey 2019 Toyota Tacoma was involved in a rollover collision with a 32-year-old male from Pullman Washington driving a grey […]