The Magic Valley News reports that a 63 year-old male from Jerome has died as a result of a three-car crash on I-84 east of Twin Falls on Thursday evening, October 6, 2016 at approximately 8:15 p.m.
The Idaho State Police states that the decedent, Randy Hansen, was driving a 1994 Ford Ranger pickup that was struck from behind by a 2013 Toyota 4Runner. Hansen’s pick up drove through the median into the eastbound lanes of I-84 and then struck a 2007 Toyota Sienna. Hansen was transported by ambulance to St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center, as were other injured parties in the crash. Hansen died from his injuries at the hospital. Police are continuing to investigate the accident.
The NHTSA estimates that seat belts reduce the risk of fatal injury by 45% to 60% depending on the type of vehicle and where the occupant is seated in the vehicle. Within the last 5 years, 688 unrestrained Idahoans were killed in traffic collisions as reported by ITD.
Idaho Code §49-673 requires everyone in a vehicle to wear safety restraints. When used properly safety restraints are effective in saving lives and also in reducing serious injuries as a result of traffic crashes. Be a responsible motorist; be sure you are seat belted and insist that all occupants are securely restrained each and every time you head out on Idaho streets and roadways.
If you are injured in a car crash, the personal injury team at Racine Olson is available for a consultation. U.S. News ranked the Racine Olson firm as one of the best three law firms in Idaho for personal injury claims. Please call our lawyers at 208-232-6101.
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