Fatal Crash US12 MP84.3, east of Kooskia, ID
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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 750-9300
Fax (208) 750-9385
For Immediate Release: <08/19/21 01:30>
Please direct questions to the District Office
On August 18, 2021 at 5:45 pm the Idaho State Police, assisted by Idaho County, Lewis County, Kooskia Ambulance, Kooskia Fire, Lowell QRU and the Idaho Transportation Department responded to a two vehicle fatality crash on US12 at milepost 84.3. Nicholas J. Burkenbine, 33 years old, of Grangeville, Idaho was westbound driving a black 2010 Toyota Tacoma pickup. Mr. Burkenbine was negotiating a curve in the road and for an unknown reason crossed into the eastbound lanes of travel. Peter J. Talbot, 60 years old, of St. Augustine, Florida was eastbound in a white 2015 Dodge Durango and was struck by Mr. Burkenbine. Mr. Talbot succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash and was wearing his seatbelt. Mr. Burkenbine was airlifted to St. Joseph?s Regional Medical in Lewiston and it is unknown if he was wearing his seatbelt. The roadway was completely blocked for approximately 3.5 hours. Next of kin has been notified. The investigation is continuing.
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Posted in District 2 - Central Idaho
Please direct questions to:
District 2
Central Idaho
2700 North and South Highway
Lewiston, ID 83501
Phone: (208) 750-9300
Fax: (208) 750-9385
Serving Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties.