Idaho

Man Killed in Accident on US Hwy 26 near Swan Valley, ID

Published on: November 1, 2021

Date of Accident
October 29, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. Hwy 26, Swan Valley, ID, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that killed a man at US Hwy 26 near Swan Valley, ID on October 29th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 2:39 p.m. An unidentified 51-year-old Fort Worth man was headed eastbound in a tractor-trailer when a Ford F-250 collided with the truck. The Ford had previously suffered a tire- blowout in a westbound lane and crossed into the eastbound lane. After the collision, the Ford caught fire and the driver died at the scene. The Fort Wirth man and a female passenger were treated for minor injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Idaho State Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-250, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
US Hwy 26
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-250 suffered a tire blowout, crossed a center line and crashed into a semi-truck

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