Fatal Medical Emergency SH97 mile 85

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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: 08/23/23 9:15 pm

Please direct questions to the District Office

Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal medical emergency which occurred on 08/23/2023 at 4:29pm on Highway 97 at mile 85 in Kootenai County, Idaho. Upon arrival, it was determined that a 68 year old male from Oregon had pulled his motorcycle over, stepped off the motorcycle, and was drinking water when he then collapsed. CPR and other life-saving techniques were administered. The male was pronounced deceased on scene. The highway was closed for an hour. Next of kin has been notified. This incident remains under investigation.

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