Category: District 2 – Central Idaho
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September 12, 2024 - Idaho State Police Promotes Captain Fritz Zweigart to Lieutenant Colonel, Deputy Director and Chief of Operations
MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces Captain Fritz Zweigart’s promotion to Lieutenant Colonel, where he will serve as a Deputy Director and Chief of Operations. With more than two decades of dedicated service, Zweigart has consistently demonstrated his commitment to public safety, strong leadership, and serving the people of Idaho. Starting his journey […]
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September 10, 2024 - Idaho State Police Promotes Major Russ Wheatley to Lieutenant Colonel, Deputy Director and Chief of Staff
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces the promotion of Major Russ Wheatley to Lieutenant Colonel, where he will serve as a Deputy Director and Chief of Staff. With more than 30 years of experience, Wheatley has consistently demonstrated his commitment to community well-being, exceptional guidance, and steadfast dedication to the people of […]
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September 9, 2024 - Lt. Colonel Sheldon Kelley to Retire After 27 Years of Distinguished Service
MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Kelley’s retirement after 27 years of exemplary service to the state of Idaho. Beginning his career in 1997 as a resident trooper in Gooding County, Kelley has expertly navigated pivotal roles in Patrol and investigations, culminating in his recent tenure as Chief of Operations. […]
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September 8, 2024 - Fatal Motorcycle Crash on US 95 Near Riggins
RIGGINS, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single motorcycle crash that occurred on US 95 near milepost 213. On September 8th, 2024 at 1:30 pm the Idaho State Police responded to the report of a single motorcycle crash near milepost 213 on US 95. A 52-year-old male from White Bird, Idaho was driving […]
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August 29, 2024 - Idaho State Police Presents Silver Star
On January 4th, 2024, the Power County Sheriff’s Office initiated a pursuit during which the suspect vehicle collided with several uninvolved cars, lost control, and then drove against traffic on Interstate 86. Law enforcement attempted a PIT (Precision Immobilization Technique) maneuver. However, the suspect vehicle entered the median and reversed direction, heading eastbound in the […]
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August 24, 2024 - Fatal Crash US95 near milepost 308, Clearwater River Casino
LEWISTON, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred at 2:34 p.m. on August 24th, 2024, northbound US Highway 95 at the entrance of the Clearwater River Casino in Lewiston, Idaho. A 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle, being operated by a 73-year-old male from Lewiston, Idaho, was traveling northbound on highway 95 near […]
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August 23, 2024 - ISP Intensifies Efforts to Combat Impaired Driving Through Labor Day Weekend
MERIDIAN, Idaho – As Labor Day weekend approaches, Idaho State Police (ISP) is intensifying efforts to reduce impaired driving incidents statewide. In a united front, ISP, in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies and the Idaho Office of Highway Safety (OHS), is increasing patrols through Labor Day weekend to ensure Idaho’s roads are safe for […]
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August 22, 2024 - Fatal crash US12 near milepost 149 in Idaho County, Idaho.
The Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at approximately 1:50 p.m. on August 8th, 2024, on US Highway 12 near milepost 149, in Idaho County. A motorcycle, occupied by two people, was traveling west on US Highway 12, when it is believed that the rear tire of the vehicle failed, causing […]
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August 20, 2024 - Idaho State Police is accepting applications for trooper positions
MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) is accepting applications for commissioned trooper positions. As Idaho’s premier statewide, full-service law enforcement agency, we are looking to hire dedicated individuals to join our team and play a crucial role in safeguarding communities throughout the state. Successful candidates will receive a $2,000 signing bonus. Applications will be […]
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August 18, 2024 - Fatal Crash US Highway 12 at milepost 76 near Kooskia, ID
The Idaho State Police is investigating a crash that occurred on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 3:58 pm on US Highway 12 at milepost 76, one mile east of Kooskia, Idaho. The driver of a Harley Davidson motorcycle ridden by a 61-year-old male of Spokane, WA and a minor were travelling eastbound on US Highway […]