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Current News Releases & Public Information
Fatality Crash on SH34 in Thatcher
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a vehicle collision which occurred on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM, on SH34 at
Fatality crash on SH55 south of Donnelly
DONNELLY, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 1:02 p.m. on September 10, 2024, on southbound State Highway-55
Idaho State Police Promotes Major Russ Wheatley to Lieutenant Colonel, Deputy Director and Chief of Staff
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces the promotion of Major Russ Wheatley to Lieutenant Colonel, where he will serve as a Deputy
Idaho State Police Celebrates National Forensic Science Week, Highlighting Advances and Contributions in Forensic Science
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) invites media to participate in the 7th Annual National Forensic Science Week (NFSW), September 15 – 21,
Lt. Colonel Sheldon Kelley to Retire After 27 Years of Distinguished Service
MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) announces Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Kelley’s retirement after 27 years of exemplary service to the state of Idaho. Beginning
Idaho State Police Involved in Officer-Involved Use of Force Incident Near Mountain Home
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Elmore County Sheriff’s Office is leading an investigation into an officer-involved shooting incident involving Idaho State Police (ISP) troopers near Mountain
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