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Category: District 5 – Southeastern Idaho

  • September 11, 2024 - Fatality Crash on SH34 in Thatcher

    FRANKLIN COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a vehicle collision which occurred on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM, on SH34 at E Thatcher Road, in Thatcher. A 1992 Chevy pickup truck driven by an 82-year-old male from Thatcher, was travelling northbound on State Highway 34. A 56-year-old male driver and his […]

  • 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. […]

  • September 7, 2024 - BANNOCK COUNTY – ISP Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash South of Pocatello

    Idaho State Police is investigating a one vehicle fatality crash that occurred at 7:13 p.m., September 6, 2024, at southbound Interstate 15 at milepost 63 in Bannock County. A 34-year-old male of Fort Harrison, Montana was riding a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound, when he lost control of the vehicle and came to rest in […]

  • 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 […]

  • August 25, 2024 - Fatal Crash Near Pocatello, Idaho

    Fatal Crash near Pocatello, Idaho POCATELLO, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred at 5:28 p.m. on August 24, 2024, at approximately 1800 Government Road, in Power County. A 48-year-old male from Pocatello, Idaho, was driving northbound on Government Road in a yellow 2016 Yamaha Razor. The razor left the […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • August 16, 2024 - Idaho State Police Welcomes Colonel Bill Gardiner as Director

    MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces Colonel Bill Gardiner’s appointment as its new Director. A native of Burley, Idaho, with 25 years of service, Colonel Gardiner has held numerous critical roles within the agency, demonstrating unwavering dedication to public safety. Colonel Gardiner began his career in 1999 as a Patrol Division trooper […]