Fatal Crash North of Kimberly ID Claims One

The Idaho State Police are currently investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred at 8:08 p.m. on Monday, July 10. The incident took place at 1186 E 990 S, located north of Kimberly in Jerome County.

A 22-year-old male from Junction, UT was driving a 2005 GMC Sierra in an eastbound direction on 990 S. The driver veered off the right shoulder, traveled through shrubs, and then reentered the roadway. Subsequently, the vehicle crashed through a fence in a parking lot, causing it to overturn and come to rest on its side.

Unfortunately, the driver was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the collision. He was immediately transported to a local hospital via ground ambulance, but sadly, he succumbed to his injuries.

The Idaho State Police are actively investigating the incident to determine the underlying causes and circumstances. Their investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.