Bliss, ID (August 4, 2024) –  The Idaho State Police (ISP) are investigating a fatal crash that occurred over the weekend.

According to ISP troopers, the two-vehicle incident took place at approximately 7:55 a.m. on Sunday, August 4, on eastbound Interstate 84 at milepost 142 in Gooding County. A 71-year-old female from Nampa was driving eastbound in a Chevrolet Silverado when she was involved in an accident with a semi-truck driven by a 41-year-old male from Florida, who was also traveling eastbound.

The driver of the Chevrolet Silverado was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital. Her passenger, a 65-year-old female from Boise, succumbed to her injuries at the scene. It was noted that all occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. As a result of the collision, all eastbound lanes of I-84 were blocked for approximately six hours to allow emergency responders to manage the scene and conduct their investigation. The Idaho State Police continue to look into the circumstances surrounding the incident, but no further details have been released in the meantime.

Our deepest condolences are with the deceased woman's family. Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones. We hope for their complete recovery.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Idaho

Throughout the United States, there are around 40 million trucks on our roadways at any given time. Unfortunately, around 159,000 individuals were hurt in truck-related incidents in one recent year alone, with 5,000 of them losing their lives. A typical semi-truck weighs more than 10,000 pounds. Large trucks have bigger blind spots and need more time to stop than vehicles. Add in human error from drivers, who often put in lengthy hours behind the wheel, and the possibility of disastrous crashes increases significantly.

You'll undoubtedly have many questions about the accident, injuries received, medical bills, and other expenditures if you or someone you know is in a trucking accident. These are some frequently asked questions about trucking accidents. After all, tractor-trailer and large truck accidents are typically much more serious than an average vehicle crash, so it's essential to have an advocate in the aftermath.

Please get in touch with our Idaho truck accident lawyers without delay if you or a loved one has been in a semi-truck accident. You can rely on our staff to provide the knowledgeable assistance and advocacy you need during these trying times. Meet with one of our Bliss truck accident attorneys by calling (208) 314-8888. 

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Disclaimer: The photograph used in this post is not connected to this accident in any way. This post is not intended to be a solicitation for business, and the information provided herein is not intended to be legal or medical advice. If you or someone you love is injured in an Idaho accident, first, seek medical treatment immediately and then speak with a lawyer about your rights.