Thursday, March 28, 2024

Injury Crash Highway 95/Elmira Road

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District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
(208) 209-8620
Fax (208) 209-8619

For Immediate Release: 03/28/2024 1:25 am
Please direct questions to the District Office

The Idaho State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:07 p.m., March 27, on US Highway 95 at West Elmira Road in North Bonner County, Idaho.

The driver of a white Mercury Grand Marquis crossed the double center line and struck a maroon Chevrolet Malibu head-on. Both drivers, in their early 50s, were transported via ground ambulance to the hospital where they were treated for injuries resulting from the crash. The driver of the Chevrolet was then taken to a separate facility for further treatment.

Evidence found on scene indicates that drugs and/or alcohol may have been involved in this crash.

Traffic in both directions on US 95 was stopped for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to allow emergency responders to assist those involved.

This incident remains under investigation.

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Single vehicle injury crash wb I86 at milepost 61, near Chubbuck

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Idaho State Police
District 5 5255 S. 5th Avenue, Suite 1
Pocatello, Idaho 83204
(208) 239-9800 FAX: (208) 239-9885

For Immediate Release: 03/26/2024 2:22 p.m.

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The Idaho State Police are investigating a single vehicle injury crash that occurred Tuesday, March 26,2024, at 11:25 a.m., westbound I86 at milepost 61, near Chubbuck.

A 18-year-old female, from Chubbuck, was driving eastbound on I86 in a 2015 Jeep Patriot. She failed to maintain lanes and went into the median and rolled. The vehicle came to rest partially blocking the left lane of westbound lanes of travel.

She was wearing a seatbelt. She was transported by ground ambulance to a nearby hospital.

The lane of travel was blocked for approximately three and a half hours.

The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Sunday, March 24, 2024

Single vehicle fatality crash northbound I15 at milepost 110.5, near Shelley

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District 6 1540 Foote Dr.
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828
(208) 528-3400 FAX: (208) 528-3485

For Immediate Release: 03/24/2024 9:50 a.m.
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The Idaho State Police is investigating a single vehicle fatality crash that occurred Sunday, March 24,2024, at 6:30 a.m., northbound I15 at milepost 110.5, near Shelley.

A 59-year-old male, from Idaho Falls, was traveling northbound in a 2013 Honda CR-V. The vehicle went into the median and overcorrected. The vehicle then drove across the northbound lanes of travel and rolled. The vehicle came to rest on the right shoulder.
A 57-year-old female passenger, from Idaho Falls, was ejected from the vehicle and succumbed to her injuries at the time of the crash.

The driver was wearing a seatbelt. The passenger was not wearing a seatbelt.

The driver was transported by ground ambulance to a nearby hospital.

The crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Idaho State Police Investigate Homicides Related to Escaped Inmate Capture

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IDAHO STATE POLICE
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642

For Immediate Release: 03/22/2024 11:15 a.m.
Media inquiries: 208-884-7122
www.isp.idaho.gov/escape


Idaho State Police investigate homicides related to escaped inmate capture

Idaho State Police (ISP) detectives, in collaboration with multiple city, county, and federal agencies, continue to actively investigate two homicides believed to be related to the escape of Skylar Meade from Idaho Department of Corrections custody, with assistance from Nicholas Umphenour, shortly after 2 a.m. on March 20, 2024, in Boise, Idaho.

After fleeing Boise in a stolen Honda Civic, detectives believe Meade and Umphenour drove north through Idaho and encountered 83-year-old James L. Mauney, of Juliaetta, ID, as he walked his dogs near Juliaetta. Mauney and his dogs were taken and driven eastbound in his silver 2019 Chrysler Pacifica. On March 20, in a desolate area near Leland, law enforcement located the abandoned Honda Civic and later found the body of Mauney nearby. At this time, detectives do not believe Mauney knew the suspects.

Also on March 20, ISP worked with the Clearwater County Sheriff's Office to investigate the homicide of 72-year-old Gerald "Don" Henderson at his residence in a secluded area outside Orofino. Mauney's dogs and a pair of shackles (believed to be left by Skylar Meade) were located at Henderson's residence. Detectives believe Henderson may have been acquainted with the suspects, but the duration and extent are unknown. Authorities later returned Mauney's dogs to his family members unharmed.

Based on leads and tips, on March 21, law enforcement located the stolen Chrysler Pacifica at a residence in Filer and believe the suspects may have traveled through Missoula, Montana, to get there. As law enforcement secured the area around the residence, Meade and Umphenour left in different vehicles. Meade was stopped and arrested nearby, while Umphenour attempted to flee but was pursued and ultimately apprehended. Both were captured without further incident, and no gunshots were fired.

During Meade's arrest, a 52-year-old female from Filer was taken into custody on charges related to Meade's flight from the residence. She was booked into the Twin Falls County Jail.

The Clearwater County Coroner's Office and the Nez Perce County Coroner's Office have identified the homicide victims in their respective jurisdictions. However, both causes and manners of death remain under investigation.

The investigation into these criminal acts continue, with law enforcement remaining dedicated to seeking justice for the victims and safeguarding the community's well-being. Given the gravity of the crimes, ISP is grateful for the considerable media attention, valuable community tips, and collaborative efforts by all law enforcement agencies, which played a pivotal role in resolving this case.

As this case remains an active investigation, we do not anticipate any additional updates in the near future.

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Law Enforcement Arrest Two After Inmate Escape

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IDAHO STATE POLICE
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642

Media inquiries: 208-884-7122
www.isp.idaho.gov/escape


Law enforcement arrest two after inmate escape

MERIDIAN, Idaho - Since 2:00 a.m. yesterday, March 20, 2024, law enforcement agencies across Idaho have investigated and searched for escaped inmate Skylar Meade and shooting suspect Nicholas Umphenour. Just after 2:00 p.m. today, March 21, 2024, law enforcement located and arrested both males in Twin Falls, Idaho after a vehicle pursuit involving multiple law enforcement agencies. The suspects were taken into custody with no further incident or injury.

When the investigation expanded statewide, the Idaho State Police (ISP) began the collaborative effort among law enforcement agencies and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Following tips and investigative leads, authorities believe the suspects fled northbound from the Treasure Valley to north central Idaho. Through their investigation, detectives located the Honda Civic, used in the escape, near Leland, Idaho. Additionally, law enforcement is investigating two homicides, in separate locations of Nez Perce and Clearwater counties, that are potentially tied to the escape.

Both homicides involve adult male victims and detectives are actively investigating. No further information is available for release on the homicides and the county coroner will provide identity as well as the official cause and manner of death.

Law enforcement believes the capture was successful due to the hundreds of tips from the public and the multiple responding law enforcement agencies.

ISP will continue to investigate the homicides and provide updates on those investigations as well and updates on the arrests in Twin Falls. The Boise Police Department will continue to investigate the inmate escape and the Ada County Sheriff's Office will continue to investigate the officer involved shooting.

Anyone with relevant information or tips on this incident is asked to call the Statewide Tip Line at 1-833-610-1026.

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Idaho State Police participates in a statewide effort to reduce aggressive driving

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IDAHO STATE POLICE
Headquarters
700 S. Stratford Dr.
Meridian, ID 83642


Idaho State Police participates in a statewide effort to reduce aggressive driving

MERIDIAN, Idaho - Idaho State Police (ISP) is actively collaborating with law enforcement agencies statewide to address the pressing issue of aggressive driving. ISP troopers will increase patrols from March 19th to the 30th to target dangerous driving behaviors.

Preliminary data from the Idaho Office of Highway Safety highlights the severity of the problem. Aggressive driving contributed to nearly 14,000 crashes and 103 fatalities in 2023, representing 39% of fatal crashes.

Examples of aggressive driving include speeding, tailgating, reckless lane changes, and disregarding traffic signals. ISP emphasizes the importance of patience, as individual driving decisions significantly impact others.

Parents are urged to discuss the dangers of aggressive driving with their teenage drivers, as statistics show they are four times more likely to be involved in such incidents.

Grants from the Idaho Office of Highway Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration support aggressive driving efforts, enabling enhanced patrols and enforcement.

For more information on preventing aggressive driving, visit shift-idaho.org/aggressive-driving/. Together, we can all work towards safer roads.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

One vehicle crash near Caldwell

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District 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 03/19/24 04:00 a.m.
Please direct questions to the District Office

Idaho State Police are investigating a one vehicle collision that occurred Monday, March 18, 2024, at 10:41 p.m., westbound I84 at milepost 29 in Canyon County.

A 66-year-old male, from New Plymouth, Idaho was westbound in a 1999 Ford F350 pickup, pulling a 2002 Star horse trailer. At milepost 29 the pickup hit an impact attenuator. The driver lost control of the vehicle, hit the median barrier then hit a sign on the right shoulder.

The male driver was wearing a seatbelt and was not injured.

The number two westbound lane on I84 was closed for approximately two hours.

The Idaho State Police was assisted by the Canyon County Sheriffs Office, the Canyon County Paramedics and the Idaho Transportation Department.

The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.


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