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Category: District 5 – Southeastern Idaho

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • July 18, 2024 - Idaho State Police Participates in Statewide Initiative to Combat Aggressive Driving

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is collaborating with over 50 law enforcement agencies across the state to tackle the critical issue of aggressive driving. From July 19 to August 11, ISP troopers will increase patrols to target and mitigate dangerous driving behaviors on Idaho’s roads. This effort is part of the “100 […]

  • July 18, 2024 - Idaho State Police Launches Updated Website to Enhance Transparency and Accessibility

    MERIDIAN, ID – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is delighted to introduce its newly redesigned website, www.isp.idaho.gov, designed with the user in mind. This update enhances transparency and provides users with easy access to essential information and services. The website offers a seamless and user-friendly experience, with features that will make viewing more productive. The […]

  • July 17, 2024 - Injury Crash in Power County on I86

    POWER COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a crash that occurred at approximately 3:37 pm, on July 17, 2024, on westbound Interstate 86 at milepost 56.9 in Power County. A 70-year-old female, from Ashland, Oregon was riding a 2023 Harley Davidson Trike eastbound on I86. A white 2015 Ram 1500 driven by a […]

  • July 15, 2024 - Vote for Idaho State Police in the 11th Annual AAST “Best Looking Cruiser” Contest!

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces our newest 2024 patrol vehicle, the Ford Mustang GT. We acquired Mustangs to enhance our fleet with high-performance, reliable, and efficient cars that meet the rigorous demands of law enforcement. The Mustang’s powerful engine and advanced handling capabilities, unique to this model, enable troopers to […]

  • July 14, 2024 - ISP Investigates Fully-Engulfed Semi

    Update: The left lane is now open. 4564 / 4251 ### (Original Release: 07/14/24) BINGHAM COUNTY – Idaho State Police is investigating a vehicle fire that occurred at approximately 6:15 p.m. on July 14, 2024, in Bingham County. At about 6:15 p.m., a 52-year-old male from Atlanta, GA was traveling southbound on I15 at milepost […]

  • July 12, 2024 - Multiple Crashes on Interstate 15 at Milepost 85 in Bingham County

    BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating multiple crashes that occurred at approximately 3:16 pm, on July 12, 2024, on northbound Interstate 15 at milepost 85 in Bingham County. A 37-year-old male, from Blackfoot was driving northbound on I15 in a green 2017 Peterbilt semi-truck. The Peterbilt failed to yield to slowing traffic […]

  • July 3, 2024 - UPDATE – Idaho State Police Drug Seizure near Pocatello

    ——————————————POCATELLO, Idaho – On July 2nd, 2024, the Idaho State Police Domestic Highway Enforcement (DHE) Team conducted a traffic stop near Pocatello, Idaho, which resulted in a significant drug seizure.——————————————-While patrolling Interstate 86, a DHE trooper observed a white 2015 Hyundai Genesis with an invalid registration. A traffic stop was initiated. The driver, a 23-year-old […]