An overturned semi-truck blocked I-15 traffic near Blackfoot on Friday afternoon. Here’s what happened
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The following is a news release from Idaho State Police.
BINGHAM COUNTY – Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at approximately 3:14 p.m. on Interstate 15 at milepost 95, northwest of Blackfoot.
A 35-year-old male from North Carolina was driving a 2024 Volvo semi-truck pulling a refrigerated trailer southbound on Interstate 15. The driver was using a mobile device when the semi left the roadway onto the right shoulder. While attempting to return to the roadway, the semi overturned and came to rest partially blocking the right lane.
The driver was not injured and was not wearing a seat belt.
The lanes remain partially blocked while tow crews worked to remove the semi, with traffic control in place.
Idaho State Police was assisted by the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office and Blackfoot Fire Department.
This crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.