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  • October 29, 2024 - Idaho State Police Announces Milestone of 250 Trained SANE Nurses

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to announce the successful completion of its initiative to train 250 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), a significant achievement in supporting survivors of sexual assault throughout Idaho. Launched in September 2017, the “SANE250” initiative set out with the goal of training 250 nurses to provide […]

  • June 11, 2024 - ASCLD Honors Matthew Gamette with the 2024 Briggs J. White Award

    ASCLD Honors Matthew Gamette with the 2024 Briggs J. White Award MERIDIAN, Idaho – The American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD) recently announced that Matthew Gamette, Director of the Idaho State Police Forensic Services Laboratory System, has received the prestigious 2024 Briggs J. White Award. This honor recognizes Mr. Gamette’s exceptional leadership in forensic […]

  • May 28, 2024 - Idaho State Police Forensic Services Achieves High National Honors

    Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) has recently been recognized with several prestigious awards and accolades, highlighting our forensic scientists’ exceptional work and dedication. Project FORESIGHT Recognition ISPFS has been notified by Project FORESIGHT at West Virginia University John Chambers School of Business and Economics of its impressive rankings for the Idaho fiscal year 2023: […]

  • April 1, 2024 - Building Connected Communities: Expanding Access to Sexual Support Services Throughout Idaho

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – In alignment with “Building Connected Communities,” the Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces its ongoing commitment to enhancing access to crucial support services for survivors of sexual assault throughout Idaho – especially in rural communities. As April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, ISP reaffirms its dedication to increasing public awareness and […]

  • February 13, 2024 - Idaho State Police Celebrates 85 Years of Service

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) proudly announces its 85th birthday celebration, commemorating nearly a century of dedicated service to the state of Idaho. Even before becoming the Idaho Territory in 1863 or the 43rd state in 1890, Idaho’s history lies with our native tribes, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and determined pioneers […]

  • February 6, 2024 - Unveiling the Power of Compassion: SANE Nurses Transform Lives in Idaho

    MERIDIAN, Idaho – Sexual assault and its aftermath are traumatic experiences, but proper support can make all the difference. Three years ago, Idaho grappled with limited resources, especially in rural communities, as there were only three sites with Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs). SANEs are specially trained registered nurses qualified to conduct crucial sexual assault […]