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Category: District 5 – Southeastern Idaho

  • December 31, 2024 - Idaho State Police Urge Safe and Responsible New Year’s Eve Celebrations

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – As we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the New Year, the Idaho State Police (ISP) reminds everyone to prioritize safety and responsibility. Impaired driving is a significant risk during the holiday season, and we are committed to ensuring Idaho’s roads are safe for all. During the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebrations, […]

  • December 19, 2024 - Idaho State Police Supports Local Families During the Holiday Season

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – This holiday season, the Idaho State Police (ISP) continues its tradition of working with community organizations to bring joy and support to local families. The collaborative efforts exemplify ISP’s dedication to fostering strong, caring communities across Idaho. This year, ISP’s Financial Services team led a Giving Tree initiative for employees to provide […]

  • December 16, 2024 - Idaho State Police Announces Transition to JustFOIA for Public Records Requests

    The Idaho State Police (ISP) is pleased to announce the transition to JustFOIA, a secure and efficient platform for processing public records requests. Starting December 16, 2024, JustFOIA will provide users with a streamlined and user-friendly experience, enhancing efficiency and accountability. The new platform can be accessed at https://idahostatepolice.justfoia.com/publicportal. The transition offers a more user-friendly […]

  • December 12, 2024 - Idaho State Police Investigates Fatality Crash on US91 in Franklin County

    FRANKLIN, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a multiple-vehicle collision with one fatality which occurred on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 1:25 p.m., on US91 at Legacy Drive, in Franklin. A 2006 Mazda Tribute, driven by a 77-year-old man from Logan, Utah, was northbound on US91. The driver stopped in the roadway and began […]

  • December 11, 2024 - Prepare for Winter Driving Conditions Throughout Idaho

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – As the winter approaches, driving conditions across Idaho will become challenging. To help ensure safety on icy and snow-covered roads, law enforcement and public safety agencies across the state will join forces to keep drivers safe. These efforts will educate drivers about the importance of preparing for winter travel and enforce safe […]

  • December 7, 2024 - ISP Investigates two-vehicle fatality crash near Fort Hall

    Update: Two-vehicle fatality crash on northbound I15 at mile post 83.5 near Fort Hall Correction on date; crash occurred at 10:56 on December 6, 2024 (4643/3989) ### Update: Two – vehicle fatality crash on northbound I15 at mile post 83.5 near Fort Hall The unknown driver of the Nissan Sentra is a 49 year old […]

  • November 26, 2024 - Idaho State Police and Local Law Enforcement Prioritize Safety During Thanksgiving Travel

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – As Thanksgiving approaches, a united front of law enforcement agencies across Idaho are committed to ensuring the safety of all travelers during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. The Idaho State Police (ISP) is partnering with local agencies statewide to conduct high-visibility patrols enforcing impaired driving, aggressive driving, and […]

  • November 25, 2024 - Bingham County Driver Sentenced in Double Vehicular Manslaughter Case

    Following a jury trial earlier this month, Andrew D. Blanchard was sentenced today for two counts of misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter stemming from a double fatality crash on I-15 in March 2023 in Bingham County. During the crash, Blanchard failed to maintain his lane and collided with another vehicle, resulting in the tragic deaths of two […]

  • November 22, 2024 - Idaho State Police Pursuit Leads to Felony Arrest

    IDAHO FALLS, Bonneville County – Just before 10:30 a.m. this morning, Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers conducted a traffic stop for a turn signal violation on US-20 near Old Butte Road in Idaho Falls. After the trooper contacted the driver and discovered he had an outstanding warrant, the driver of the 2006 Mazda 5 drove […]