Fatal crash, NB US 95 MP 529, South of Eastport

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE

District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

(208) 209-8620

Fax (208) 209-8619

For Immediate Release: 12/31/19 10:23 pm

Please direct questions to the District Office

On December 31, 2019 at approximately 4:26 pm a fatal crash occurred southbound US95 at milepost 529, 9 miles south of Eastport, Idaho. A red and grey 1996 Mercury Sable driven by Shawn M Russell, 40, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho was traveling southbound when he left the right shoulder impacting a power pole. Mr Russell was pronounced deceased at the scene. Mr Russell was wearing a seatbelt. Next of kin has been notified. Roadway was closed for approximately five hours. The investigation continues.

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Posted in District 1 - Northern Idaho