View All News Releases

Category: District 5 – Southeastern Idaho

  • February 14, 2025 - Idaho State Police Trooper Named Finalist for Prestigious International Award

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces that Corporal Travis Gurney has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 IACP/Motorola Solutions Trooper of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition, presented by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and Motorola Solutions, is among the highest honors in law enforcement. It […]

  • February 12, 2025 - Phone Scam Alert – ISP Impersonation

    ISP is warning the public about a scam involving callers falsely claiming to be an ISP Captain or representative. These scammers tell victims they have outstanding warrants and must pay their bond using Chime, Venmo, or other online payment platforms. ISP does not call individuals demanding payment or request personal information. This is a scam! […]

  • February 9, 2025 - Crash South of Rockland Injures Three

    POWER COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 10:37 a.m. on February 9, 2025, on SH37 at milepost 44, south of Rockland. Three juveniles were northbound on SH37 at milepost 44 in a blue 2006 Pontiac G6. The vehicle went off the left shoulder, overcorrected, went off […]

  • February 3, 2025 - Two-Vehicle Injury Crash West of Pocatello

    POWER COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle injury crash that occurred on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 5:31 p.m., at the intersection of E County Road and Michaud Creek Road, west of Pocatello. A 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, driven by a 59-year-old man from Pocatello, was turning south on Michaud Creek Road […]

  • January 31, 2025 - Law Enforcement Pursuit Ends in Driver’s Death, Investigation Underway

    POWER COUNTY, Idaho – The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a driver following a law enforcement pursuit on January 30, 2025. Just before 9 p.m., Idaho State Police (ISP) received information about a welfare check on a male driver described as emotionally distressed, armed, and possibly intoxicated. Working with other law […]

  • January 30, 2025 - Idaho State Police Detectives Honored for Heroic Actions on Interstate 84

    MERIDIAN, Idaho—The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly recognizes Detectives Chris Pohanka and Jamie Wood for their extraordinary courage in preventing a potentially fatal crash on Interstate 84. Their swift and selfless actions on October 16, 2024, saved a life and prevented what could have been a devastating tragedy during heavy traffic conditions. While driving west […]

  • January 24, 2025 - UPDATE: Injury Crash on I15 Near Pocatello sends 6 to the Hospital

    Correction, this is a two-vehicle crash. 4464/3642 ### POCATELLO, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred at 1:59 p.m., on January 24th, 2025, on Interstate 15 south of Pocatello. A 48-year-old female from Lava Hot Springs was driving south on I15 at milepost 65 in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox when […]

  • January 24, 2025 - Injury Crash on I15 Near Pocatello Sends 6 To the Hospital

    POCATELLO, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred at 1:59 p.m., on January 24th, 2025, on Interstate 15 south of Pocatello. A 48-year-old female from Lava Hot Springs was driving south on I15 at milepost 65 in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox when she came upon traffic being moved to a […]

  • 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, […]