Category: District 5 – Southeastern Idaho
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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 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 […]
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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 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 […]
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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 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 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 […]
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August 9, 2024 - MEDIA ADVISORY: New Idaho State Police Director to be Sworn in During Change of Command Ceremony
MERIDIAN, Idaho—The Idaho State Police (ISP) will hold a change of command ceremony on August 14 at 10:00 a.m. at the ISP Meridian Headquarters, located at 700 S. Stratford Dr. This ceremony will mark the transfer of leadership from Colonel Kedrick Wills, the outgoing Director, to Colonel Bill Gardiner, the incoming Director. Colonel Wills, a […]
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August 8, 2024 - Idaho State Police Announces Retirement of Colonel Kedrick Wills
MERIDIAN, Idaho—The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces Colonel Kedrick Wills’ retirement, effective August 15. Colonel Wills, a second-generation ISP trooper, has been a dedicated member of the agency since 1996 and has served as Colonel since 2017. His leadership, commitment to service, and dedication to the people of Idaho have left an indelible mark, and […]
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July 27, 2024 - Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatality crash just west of Montpelier.
MONTPELIER, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatality crash on US89 at milepost 24.5, just west of Montpelier. On July 27, 2024, at 08:44a.m., Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers responded to a two-vehicle crash on southbound US89 at milepost 24.5, just west of Montpelier. A 20-year-old female from Blackfoot, ID was driving […]