Category: District 1 – Northern Idaho
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April 1, 2024 - Idaho State Police Increase Efforts to Combat Distracted Driving in April
BOISE, Idaho – In observance of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Idaho State Police (ISP), in collaboration with the Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), is intensifying its efforts to combat distracted driving across the state. The initiative, focusing on education and enforcement, aims to remind drivers that Idaho […]
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March 28, 2024 - Injury Crash Highway 95/Elmira Road
The Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:07 p.m., March 27, on US Highway 95 at West Elmira Road in North Bonner County, Idaho. The driver of a white Mercury Grand Marquis crossed the double center line and struck a maroon Chevrolet Malibu head-on. Both drivers, in their early […]
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March 22, 2024 - Idaho State Police Investigate Homicides Related to Escaped Inmate Capture
Idaho State Police (ISP) detectives, in collaboration with multiple city, county, and federal agencies, continue to actively investigate two homicides believed to be related to the escape of Skylar Meade from Idaho Department of Corrections custody, with assistance from Nicholas Umphenour, shortly after 2 a.m. on March 20, 2024, in Boise, Idaho. After fleeing Boise […]
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March 21, 2024 - Law Enforcement Arrest Two After Inmate Escape
MERIDIAN, Idaho – Since 2:00 a.m. yesterday, March 20, 2024, law enforcement agencies across Idaho have investigated and searched for escaped inmate Skylar Meade and shooting suspect Nicholas Umphenour. Just after 2:00 p.m. today, March 21, 2024, law enforcement located and arrested both males in Twin Falls, Idaho after a vehicle pursuit involving multiple law […]
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March 21, 2024 - Idaho State Police participates in a statewide effort to reduce aggressive driving
MERIDIAN, Idaho – Idaho State Police (ISP) is actively collaborating with law enforcement agencies statewide to address the pressing issue of aggressive driving. ISP troopers will increase patrols from March 19th to the 30th to target dangerous driving behaviors. Preliminary data from the Idaho Office of Highway Safety highlights the severity of the problem. Aggressive […]
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March 17, 2024 - Fatal crash EB SH53 near MP5 just west of Rathdrum
The Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal collision that occurred at 3:46 PM on 3/17/24 in Kootenai County, Idaho. The crash occurred on State Highway 53 near mile post 5, just west of Rathdrum. A 25 year old male, from Post Falls, Idaho, was driving a blue 1994 Ford Bronco, eastbound on State […]
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March 17, 2024 - Highway 53 blocked west of Rathdrum, ID
The Idaho State Police is currently investigating a multi-vehicle crash in the area of SH53 and Chase Rd, west of Rathdrum, ID. The highway is blocked at this time. Please avoid the area and find safe, alternate routes if possible. Thank you! 467 ————-
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March 14, 2024 - Don’t Tempt Fate on St. Patrick’s Day – Get a Sober Ride Home
MERIDIAN, Idaho – As the excitement of St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the Idaho State Police (ISP) emphasizes the importance of arranging a sober ride home. From March 14th to 18th, law enforcement agencies across the state will team up with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety (OHS) to bolster patrols and discourage impaired […]
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February 28, 2024 - Fatal crash US95 MP406 north of Worley Idaho
Idaho State Police are investigating a single vehicle collision that occurred Monday, February 12th at approximately 6:00 pm on northbound US95 near milepost 406, just south of the Coeur d’Alene Casino. A 1997 Chevrolet Suburban, driven by a 26 year old male from Plummer, ID was traveling northbound when he lost control and rolled off […]
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February 13, 2024 - Idaho State Police Celebrates 85 Years of Service
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces its 85th birthday celebration, commemorating nearly a century of dedicated service to the state of Idaho. Even before becoming the Idaho Territory in 1863 or the 43rd state in 1890, Idaho’s history lies with our native tribes, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and determined pioneers […]