DUI/Traffic — Kooskia, ID — reported 2026-07-15

SUMMARY

Three motorcyclists were killed when a pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with them during an attempted pass in a restricted zone.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: DUI/Traffic
  • Location: Kooskia, ID
  • Date reported: 2026-07-15
  • Suspect: male, age 60
  • Victim(s): 3 (three motorcyclists)
  • Status: arrest/charge

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The crash occurred at about 4 p.m. on U.S. Highway 12 near Kooskia, Idaho.
  • A preliminary investigation indicates the driver attempted to pass another vehicle in a marked no-passing zone.
  • The driver crossed the double yellow centerline and collided with the three motorcyclists.
  • All three riders died at the scene.
  • The driver was transported to a local hospital for treatment following the crash.