Idaho
Boise County Search and Rescue receives a surprise gift from the off-road community
IDAHO CITY, Idaho — 4 Lo Idaho Off-Road, Casey’s Smile, the Horseshoe Bend Chamber of Commerce and a number of different businesses came together to provide Boise County Search and Rescue with a new tool.
A build team took a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Loredo and turned it into an off-road recovery vehicle by installing a new engine, adding a four inch lift and putting on new tires.
“For better articulation on rocks on the hazardous roads of Boise County,” said Rowdy Berry, of 4 Lo Idaho Off-Road. “On the interior we have our remote light switch set up for all of the new lighting which is important for off-road missions.”
Rowdy also installed a special intake to help with river crossings, the Cherokee has a first aid kit and a lithium battery in the back for power. Rowdy actually had a Cherokee for his off-road vehicle when he worked as a sheriff deputy in Washington County.
“This is honestly a lot nicer then the one that I had, but I was honored and proud to be part of the build team that helped bring it to that level,” said Rowdy.
On Saturday, this vehicle was presented to the Boise County Search and Rescue team that was created two years ago and features volunteers who live in the area.
“This is a life saver,” said Greg Neubert, the president of the BCSAR. “This is a really capable vehicle that they built and it’s not bad looking either, they really did a phenomenal job.”
Boise County Sheriff Scott Turner has helped the BCSAR get equipment like snowmobiles and ATVs because if the BCSAR can help rescue people it means less work for the sheriff’s office who is stretched thin in this rural county.
“By enabling us to be able to take their place to do search and rescue operations, it frees them up to answer calls and be there for public safety,” said Neubert.
And now this new Jeep Cherokee has anchor points on both the rear and the front that also features a winch bumper featuring a front receiver. This new tool will make it easier for BCSAR to do their job as this volunteer organization has been using their own vehicles for towing.
“This is going to take a lot of work off our shoulders these are the kind of things that make our life easier,” said Neubert. “I just can’t thank them enough, we are in debt forever to these guys and we really appreciate what they have done for us today.”
MOUNTAIN HOME, Idaho (CBS2) — A joint investigation by the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office and the Mountain Home Police Department has led to the arrest of a man accused of multiple sexual offenses in Elmore County and the city of Mountain Home.
An arrest warrant was issued on June 10, 2026, for Dillon Thorpe following an investigation conducted by Elmore County Sheriff’s Office detectives. Thorpe was taken into custody on June 11, 2026, on a warrant by the Idaho State Police.
Thorpe is charged with rape, child enticement, lewd conduct with a minor, and sexual abuse of a child under the age of 16.
Authorities said additional details about the investigation will not be released at this time because of the nature of the crimes and to protect the privacy of victims and witnesses.
Law enforcement believes there may be additional suspected victims and/or witnesses who have not yet been identified. Anyone with information or evidence relevant to the investigation is encouraged to contact the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office or the Mountain Home Police Department to make a report.
DENVER (KDVR) — Three Colorado motorcyclists died on Tuesday in northern Idaho after a pickup truck driver, also from Colorado, hit all three while trying to pass another vehicle, according to the Idaho State Police.
The crash happened at about 4 p.m. Tuesday outside the town of Kooskia on U.S. 12, police said. The pickup truck driver, identified as a 60-year-old Colorado Springs woman, was headed west on the highway when she crossed the double yellow line in a no-passing zone while trying to pass another vehicle.
She then collided head-on with the three motorcycles that were headed east on the highway.
The three motorcyclists died at the scene. The Idaho County Coroner identified the motorcyclists as: Ethan Powers, 35, of Timnath, Jeremy Coleman, 45 of Berthoud, and Nathan McCormick, 26, of Loveland.
The Colorado Fraternal Order of Police later identified Coleman and Powers as a sergeant and deputy with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office and McCormick as Coleman’s son-in-law.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends, coworkers, and the members of FOP Lodge 4 as they face the difficult days ahead,” the union said. “The law enforcement profession is built on service, sacrifice, and commitment to others. Sgt. Coleman and Deputy Powers dedicated their lives to protecting their community, and their impact will continue to be felt by those who had the privilege of serving alongside them.”
The truck driver was taken to a hospital for medical evaluation before being released then arrested. She was booked into the Idaho County Jail on probable cause for three counts of vehicular manslaughter, police said.
The following is a press release from the Idaho State Police:
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is investigating a three-fatality crash that occurred at approximately 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, on U.S. Highway 12 near milepost 113 east of Kooskia.
The preliminary investigation indicates a 2019 Ford F-150 was traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 12 when the driver attempted to pass another vehicle in a marked no-passing zone. The pickup crossed the double yellow centerline and collided with three motorcycles traveling eastbound.
The three motorcyclists sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene.
The 60-year-old female driver of the Ford, from Colorado Springs, Colorado, was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation. Following her release, she was arrested and booked into the Idaho County Jail on probable cause for three counts of vehicular manslaughter.
The Idaho County Coroner’s Office will identify the deceased and determine the cause and manner of death.
U.S. Highway 12 was closed for approximately six and one-half hours while emergency responders assisted at the scene and investigators processed evidence.
ISP was assisted by the Idaho County Sheriff’s Office, the Idaho County Coroner’s Office, the Idaho Transportation Department, and local fire and EMS personnel.
The crash remains under investigation.
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