UPDATE: Multiple Fatality Crash on US20 Near Henry’s Lake

FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is continuing its investigation into a two-vehicle crash with multiple fatalities that occurred Thursday evening, May 1, on eastbound U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake.

At approximately 7:15 p.m., ISP troopers responded to the collision at milepost 399. The crash involved a Dodge Ram pickup and a Mercedes passenger van. There were 14 occupants in the van and one occupant, the driver, in the pickup. Tragically, six individuals in the van and the driver of the pickup died as a result of the crash.

The van was operating as a tour vehicle. Due to the magnitude of the incident and the ongoing process of notifying the next of kin, no names, ages, hometowns, or nationalities have been released. Once available, the Fremont County Coroner’s Office will provide information.

U.S. Highway 20 was fully closed for nearly seven hours while emergency responders and the Idaho Transportation Department worked to manage the scene and clear the roadway. The road is open for regular traffic.

ISP continues to investigate the cause of the collision. As more information becomes available, updates will be provided.

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(Original Release: May 1, 2025)

Multiple Fatality Crash on US20 Near Henry’s Lake

FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is investigating a two-vehicle crash with multiple fatalities that occurred Thursday evening, May 1, on eastbound U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake.

Just before 7:15 p.m., ISP troopers responded to the crash at milepost 399. The preliminary investigation indicates the collision involved a 2021 black Chevrolet Silverado pickup and a Mercedes passenger van. The van, which was reportedly transporting a tour group, caught fire following the crash.

Tragically, seven individuals have died because of the crash. Six were occupants of the van, and the driver of the pickup. The van had nine occupants.

Emergency medical personnel responded and treated at least sixteen patients. Due to the severity of the injuries, one air ambulance and additional air and ground resources were dispatched.

The Fremont County Coroner’s Office will release the names of the deceased after the next of kin have been notified. That office will also determine the cause and manner of each death.

U.S. Highway 20 remains fully closed while first responders investigate the incident. The Idaho Transportation Department is assisting with traffic control until the road is cleared. There is no expected timeline for its opening.

ISP is leading the investigation with assistance from local and regional partners. At this time, the cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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Posted in District 5 - Southeastern Idaho, District 6 - Eastern Idaho