ISP is seeking the public’s help in identifying a driver who contributed to a single vehicle crash on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at approximately 9:40 a.m. The injury crash occurred on northbound I-15 at mile marker 116.6 near Idaho Falls. ISP reports that a 24 year old female was driving a 2006 Volvo passenger car on the northbound interstate. An unidentified black vehicle traveling in front of the Volvo braked abruptly and made an illegal U-turn in the emergency crossover. The driver lost control of her Volvo while trying to avoid a collision and rolled onto the right shoulder. She was transported to a local medical center by ambulance with unknown injuries.
ISP requests any witnesses to this accident to contact dispatch by calling 208-525-7277. Assistance in identifying the driver of the black vehicle is necessary. The crash remains under investigation.
A reminder to motorists was issued by the ISP that the crossovers in the median on highways and interstates are for use by authorized and emergency vehicles only. That includes making U-turns. The crossovers are used by emergency and law enforcement crews to gain access to accidents and emergency scenes and also to patrol traffic. Any usage, even by those authorized to do so, must be done in a safe manner so that the public’s safety is not jeopardized.
The Racine Olson personal injury team can help if you have been injured in a car accident. Our caring and skilled attorneys have experience in taking care of your many needs following a crash. Contact us today at 208-232-6101 to discuss how we can use our expertise to support you through the legal process.