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

FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho – The Idaho State Police continues to investigate the fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred on May 1 on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake.

Of the 14 occupants in the Mercedes van, the driver was licensed in California. The passengers included 12 individuals of Chinese nationality and one of Italian nationality. The group was traveling to Yellowstone National Park on an excursion organized by Ctour Holiday LLC, a large-scale receptive tour operator that provides international travel services.

Next-of-kin notifications are ongoing and coordinated with appropriate local and international authorities. Due to the international nature of those involved, the process is complex and will take additional time.

As part of the investigation, the deceased will be transported to the Ada County Coroner’s Office for autopsy and formal confirmation of identity. This step is essential to ensure accurate identification and documentation.

ISP troopers continue to work closely with Ctour Holiday LLC and remain in contact with the Consulates of China and Italy as the investigation progresses.

Due to privacy considerations, no information regarding the medical status of the injured will be released.

Additional updates will be provided as information is verified and becomes available.

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(Update: May 2, 2025, at 2:56 p.m.)

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

FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho – The Fremont County Coroner’s Office has identified the driver of the Dodge Ram pickup involved in the May 1 crash on U.S. Highway 20 as 25-year-old Isaih Moreno of Humble, Texas.

Due to the complexity of the incident, the identification of all individuals involved and notification of their next of kin will take time. ISP will continue to provide verified information on behalf of the Fremont County Coroner’s Office as it becomes available. The Coroner’s Office is not conducting interviews related to this crash.

The Dodge Ram was traveling westbound (southbound on a map), while the Mercedes van was traveling eastbound (northbound on a map) toward Yellowstone National Park.

All occupants involved in the crash were transported for medical care. Three were flown by air ambulance—one to Bozeman, Montana, and two to Idaho Falls, Idaho. The remaining individuals were transported by ground ambulance to area hospitals with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.

A Fremont County Sheriff’s deputy arrived shortly after the crash and, with the help of bystanders, immediately assisted injured occupants of the van as it caught fire.

Updates will be released as information is verified.

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(Update: May 2, 2025, at 10:29 a.m.)

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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