Final Update – Crash on I84 West of Simco Rd. Blocks traffic

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE

District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian 83642

(208) 846-7550

Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 5/25/17 7:45 p.m.

Please direct questions to the District Office

Final Update:

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On Thursday, May 25, 2017, at approximately 3:45 p.m., the Idaho State Police investigated an injury crash westbound on I84 near milepost 73, east of Boise.

A Motorcyclist was westbound on I84 when their rear tire blew; the rider lost control and crashed onto the roadway.

The rider was not wearing their helmet and was transported by ground ambulance to St Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise.

The lanes were blocked for approximately 30 minutes.

3643/3933

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End of Update

UPDATE:

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The right lane of westbound travel has been re-opened, however, the left lane is still blocked and motorists should still expect delays.

3413/3639

Original Release:

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At this time, Idaho State Police is responding to a crash westbound on I84 at milepost 73, one mile west of Simco Rd. All lanes of westbound traffic are currently blocked. Motorists should expect significant delays in the area.

3413/3639

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Posted in District 3 - Western Idaho