Crash in Kilgore Claims One

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For Immediate Release: 9/4/2021 10:55 p.m.

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Idaho State Police

District 6 1540 Foote Dr.

Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828

(208) 528-3400 FAX: (208) 528-3485

On Friday, September 4, 2021, at 4:06 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a crash on Cottonwood Loop Rd. near Camas Rd. in Kilgore. Cody Hansen, 20, of Rexburg, was driving

north on Cottonwood Loop Rd in a 2017 Polaris RZR. James Kruse, 76, of Salt Lake City, UT, was driving south on Cottonwood Loop Rd. in a 1963 Dodge Power Wagon. The roadway was not paved and visibility was reduced due to blowing dust. Hansen's RZR crossed the center of the road and collided head-on with Kruse's Dodge.

Cody Hansen succumbed to his injuries at the scene. He was wearing a seat-belt.

James Kruse was not transported.

Next of Kin have been notified.

Idaho State Police was assisted at the scene by Forest Service, Clark County Sheriff's Office and Clark County EMS.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Posted in District 6 - Eastern Idaho