Fatal Accident: Idaho Man Killed After Truck Hits Tree

Fatal Crash Claims Life of McCall Man Near Yellow Pine

YELLOW PINE, Idaho – March 22, 2025 – Idaho State Police is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Saturday morning southwest of Yellow Pine in Valley County.

The vehicle Left the Road and Struck a Tree

According to ISP, the crash happened at around 4:11 a.m. on South Fork Road near mile marker 19. A 2017 Ford F350 was traveling north when the driver failed to navigate a turn. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree.

Driver Died at the Scene, Passenger Hospitalized

The 62-year-old male driver from McCall was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the scene due to his injuries. A 59-year-old woman from Donnelly, who was riding as a passenger and also not wearing a seatbelt, was taken by ground ambulance to a local hospital.

ISP Investigation Ongoing

The Idaho State Police continues to investigate the crash.

Information provided by Idaho State Police.

Other Recent Accidents on Idaho Roadways

Idaho State Police are searching for a silver or light gray 2004–2006 Acura TL involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a bicyclist near Parma on March 18. The vehicle fled southbound on US20-26 after the crash. Troopers are asking anyone with information or video from the area to call ISP dispatch at (208) 846-7500. Read more on the story here. 

A 17-year-old Boise rider fled a traffic stop at 75 mph in a 25 zone before crashing and being taken into custody. The teen now faces charges of reckless driving and eluding law enforcement. ISP says reckless riding is a growing issue as warmer weather brings more motorcycles to Idaho roads. Read more about this story here.