Inaugural flight connecting Idaho Falls to southern California takes to the skies

The inaugural flight on Allegiant from the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) to Orange County California’s John Wayne Airport (SNA) took to the skies Wednesday afternoon. 

The aircraft filled with passengers was pushback from the termin...

Idaho Falls Zoo kids’ summer camp registration now open

Idaho Falls Zoo is thrilled to announce summer camp registration is now open! The zoo will host in-person kids’ camps between June and August for ages 5 to 17. As always, the zoo camps offer one-of-a-kind summer experiences full of fun, interact...

City of Idaho Falls welcomes new Economic Development Administrator

The City of Idaho Falls has hired eastern Idaho native Christian Ashcraft as the new Economic Development Administrator.

Ashcraft was selected to fill the vacancy created when former Administrator Dana Briggs left to take a position in the private sector.

“...

City of Idaho Falls adopts model to allow growth to pay for growth

The Idaho Falls City Council adopted a commonly used tool to allow growth to pay for growth in the regular city council meeting Thursday night.

Cities across Idaho, including Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Coeur d’Alene, Rexburg and others, already use impact fee...

New measures taken at Idaho Falls Zoo as bird flu inches closer to home

As the Idaho Falls Zoo proactively responds to the worldwide Avian Influenza outbreak, additional measures are being taken to protect zoo birds.

On Thursday, the Zoo learned of several cases of Avian flu in Bonneville and surrounding counties. Idaho Depart...

Pedestrian pathway improvements (S Capital Avenue)

Public Works is pleased to announce improvements to the pedestrian pathway along S Capital Avenue from its intersection with Pancheri Drive north to Short Street. 

Construction will begin next week. Traffic control will consist of closures to the ...

Valor Awards presented to two Idaho Falls firefighters

Idaho Falls Fire Department Captain Aaron Nelson and Firefighter Nicholas Magliocco were presented with the Valor Award for saving an elderly disabled female who was trapped in a house fire last June. The award, along with three other service awards, were...

Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department launches new volunteer programs

Those in Idaho Falls now have new ways to give back to their community by volunteering with the Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department.  

This spring, Adopt-a-Park, Adopt-a-Field, and Park Steward programs are being launched to give people th...

Construction Notice: Saturn Avenue Waterline Replacement

Knife River will be installing a new waterline and reconstructing Saturn Avenue and adjacent streets between Grandview Drive and Broadway. The work starts on May 16. The anticipated completion time is mid-September, barring unforeseen issues. 

Det...

Idaho Falls Zoo takes proactive measures for avian influenza outbreak

With the regional prevalence of the HPAI H5N1 Avian Influenza, commonly known as Bird Flu, the Idaho Falls Zoo is taking extra steps to protect zoo birds.  

The potentially deadly and contagious virus poses a real concern for the health of the zoo...

Idaho Falls Regional Airport sees record setting first quarter

The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) has set yet another passenger record during the first quarter of 2022.

Between January and March, the airport saw a total of 105,944 passengers make their way through IDA's terminal. The record sits 37% highe...

City of Idaho Falls encourages giving as part of Idaho Gives campaign

As our world, nation and communities face challenging times the City of Idaho Falls encourages residents to participate in Idaho Gives. 

The statewide campaign from May 2 to May 5, 2022, brings Idahoans together by raising awareness and money for ...

May events are in bloom at the Idaho Falls Zoo

Idaho Falls Zoo’s 2022 season is off to a wild start! And we’re roaring right into May with some great events for everyone. Your zoo is open daily, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays (and yes, that means we are open Memorial Day).

May 6: Sippin’ Sa...

Idaho Falls Power Cuts The Ribbon on Completed Project

Idaho Falls Power cut the ribbon Thursday, April 28, to signify the completion of a years-long vision to improve reliability and prepare for regional growth. 

The Paine Substation sits along the north end of Idaho Falls at North River Road. The ne...

Water Tower Informational Meetings

The City of Idaho Falls invites community members to attend one of two informational meetings to receive updates on the Idaho Falls water tower project.

The aging 85-year-old water tower will be replaced by a higher capacity water tower to accommodate Idah...

Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Employee Receives Statewide Award

Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department Administrative Assistant to the Director Tracy Sessions has received statewide recognition for her exemplary work in the city. 

Sessions received the 2022 Outstanding Support Staff Award given by the Ida...

Clean & Green Citywide Cleanup Begins May 5

The City of Idaho Falls will once again help residents with spring cleanup efforts during the annual Clean & Green Citywide Cleanup, beginning May 5.  

Sanitation Division personnel will be available every weekend in May at different locations...

New interactive map helps residents follow street sweeping schedule with ease

Now that the snow and ice have melted off the roadways, the Idaho Falls Street Division will begin sweeping streets. Work starts with arterial and collector streets, as well as streets with striping to prepare them for repainting. Crews will begin sweepin...

North Highland Park concrete improvement project

RC Heavy Haul, Inc. began the North Highland Park concrete improvements earlier today, March 21. The work is being done on Canyon Avenue, between Science Center Drive and Presto Street. Parking will be restricted in the work zone.

The project includes new ...

Park Avenue waterline project begins next week

This year’s construction season will be a busy one, starting with the Park Avenue waterline project on Monday, March 21. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes. Barring unforeseen conditions, the project will be completed in approximat...

More details about the rideshare program coming to Idaho Falls soon!

The City of Idaho Falls is pleased to announce that they are one step closer to making a microtransit pilot program a reality and at no additional cost to taxpayers.  

At Monday’s City Council work session it was announced that Downtowner was sele...

Impact fees provide a means to make critical infrastructure improvements

The Idaho Falls City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of the Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvement Plan, as well as the ordinance authorizing the implementation of development impact fees. The hearing will be conducted at th...

Idaho Falls Fire responds to two structure fires only minutes apart

Earlier this morning firefighters from the Idaho Falls Fire Department battled two unrelated blazes that occurred only minutes apart.  

The first fire was called into dispatch at 2:01 a.m. The reporting person stated that the house behind them was...

Idaho Falls City Council Approves Water Tower Location

The Idaho Falls City Council has unanimously voted to approve construction of the city’s new elevated water tower in the south parking lot of the Idaho Falls Public Library.  

The vote was held last evening at the city’s regula...

City of Idaho Falls Rolls Out Improved Communication System

Idaho Falls is rolling out a new enhancement to its citizen notification system which will allow the City to reach more residents with both time-sensitive notifications and routine communications via email, text message, and voice.

The City has had an emai...

City of Idaho Falls Celebrates Passage of Juneteenth National Independence Day Act

(Idaho Falls, ID) - Mayor Rebecca Casper issued the following statement this evening regarding the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act:

“We rejoice with people everywhere in the creation of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. ...

Residential Water Conservation Pilot Program Awaits City Council Approval

A Residential Water Conservation Pilot Program was discussed during the Idaho Falls City Council Work Session yesterday afternoon. The pilot program, if approved by City Council, will begin later this year. 

In 2015, the Idaho Falls Water Division...

Expansion of the Idaho Canal Trail project begins today

Construction on the Idaho Canal Trail project starts today, June 1, near 25^th Street and S Holmes Avenue, progressing along the Idaho Canal north toward Garfield Street. 

There will be single lane closures along S Holmes Avenue, between 17^th Stree...

City of Idaho Falls to Replace Water Tower

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Public Works staff briefed the Idaho Falls City Council today on plans to replace the city’s aging water tower, currently located along the Snake River near Idaho Falls Power.  The tower ...

Idaho Falls Police Chief announces four promotions, including the IFPD's first female Sergeant

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December 21, 2017

Idaho Falls Police Department Contact:

Holly CookPublic Information Officer605 N. Capital AveIdaho Falls, Idaho 83402Office: (208) 612-8655Cell: (208) 589-3091[email protected]Idaho Falls Police Chief announces...

Valor Award presented to two Idaho Falls firefighters

Idaho Falls Fire Department Captain Aaron Nelson and Firefighter Nicholas Magliocco were presented with the Valor Award for saving an elderly disabled female who was trapped in a house fire last June. . The award, along with three other service awards, we...

Firefighter honored with valor award

Captain Josh Jacobsen of the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) recently received the Valor Award for saving an elderly woman who was trapped in a burning structure last spring.

PulsePoint

Only about a third of sudden cardiac arrest victims receive bystander CPR, and public access Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are used less than 3% of the time when needed and available. The current situation is far too few bystander rescuers – no...

Juniper Drive House Fire

At 4:02 p.m. this afternoon, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department responded to house a fire on the 1600 block of Juniper Drive, near its intersection with 17^th Street in Idaho Falls.  

The reporting person stated that ...

Valor Awards presented to two Idaho Falls firefighters

Idaho Falls Fire Department Captain Aaron Nelson and Firefighter Nicholas Magliocco were presented with the Valor Award for saving an elderly disabled female who was trapped in a house fire last June. The award, along with three other service awards, were...

Structure Fire on W 20th Street

Shortly after 8 a.m. this morning, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department responded to a structure fire at the 200 block of W 20^th Street in Idaho Falls. 

The reporting person told dispatch that the kitchen was on fire a...

Courtyard Apartment Complex Fire

At 6:20 a.m. on April 14, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department were dispatched to a structure fire at the Courtyard Apartment complex located at 1881 E. 17^th Street in Idaho Falls. 

Several people driving by the apartm...

Firefighter honored with valor award

Captain Josh Jacobsen of the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) recently received the Valor Award for saving an elderly woman who was trapped in a burning structure last spring.

This award is distinguished as the highest award presented by the department a...

House fire on Riviera Drive

At approximately 7:53 p.m. on April 9, the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Riviera Drive. There were two adult females inside the home when the fire started who were able to evacuate safely and without injury. Two cats were re...

Learn before you burn

Controlled or prescribed burns are common during the spring months in Bonneville County as property owners take measures to improve the health of their fields. However, those fires can quickly become uncontrolled. The Idaho Falls Fire Department is encour...

IFFD Firefighter/Paramedic Justin King recognized as Firefighter of the Year

During last night’s annual American Legion Post 56 Awards Ceremony, Idaho Falls Firefighter/Paramedic Justin King received the Firefighter of the Year award.

King is a third generation firefighter who began his career in 2009. In additional to hi...

IFFD responds to two more fires within minute of each other

For the second time this year, the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to two unrelated fires within minutes of each other.  

The first 9-1-1 call came in at 12:20 a.m. on March 17 at Northwest Cosmetic Lab, located at 200 Technology Drive. The ...

Heroes Defense and Idaho Falls Fire Department announce sizable donation of life-saving equipment

Earlier today, Heroes Defense presented 15 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to the Idaho Falls Fire Department to assist with the department’s ongoing efforts to increase survival rates for individuals experiencing a cardiac event. &...

Water Rescue, Structure Fire & Cave Fire

On Saturday, March 5, the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to several calls, three of which required a larger response, but none of those resulted in serious injuries.  

At 1:30 p.m., IFFD, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, and th...

Riverside Senior Housing Fire

At 12:23 a.m. on Feb. 26, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department responded to a structure fire at Riverside Senior Housing, located at 450 J Street in Idaho Falls.  It was reported that there were flames coming from a b...

One injured in house fire

Just after 7 a.m. this morning, the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire in a small single-story home located at the 2000 block of N 45^th W.  The reporting person told dispatch the living room was on fire. There was one adult...

Idaho Falls Fire responds to two structure fires only minutes apart

Earlier this morning firefighters from the Idaho Falls Fire Department battled two unrelated blazes that occurred only minutes apart.  

The first fire was called into dispatch at 2:01 a.m. The reporting person stated that the house behind them wa...

Garfield Apartment Complex Explosion

Assistance is available for those who may have been displaced following this afternoon’s apartment complex explosion on N. Fanning Avenue in Idaho Falls 

Those who do not have a place to stay or need immediate assistance are encourage to...

Fatality Fire on Jefferson Avenue

The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 23 for a report of a structure fire located at the 900 block of Jefferson Avenue in Idaho Falls. The reporting person told dispatch there was heavy smoke coming from the hom...

Vehicle and Garage Fire

Idaho Falls, ID:  The Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched at 7:50 a.m. on Jan. 13 for a report of a structure fire at the 300 block of Easy Street in Idaho Falls. The reporting person told dispatch that the fire appeared to be in a garage ...

City of Idaho Falls Rolls Out Improved Communication System

Idaho Falls is rolling out a new enhancement to its citizen notification system which will allow the City to reach more residents with both time-sensitive notifications and routine communications via email, text message, and voice.

The City has had an emai...

Early Morning House Fire on Agnes Street

Shortly before midnight, the Idaho Falls/Bonneville County Dispatch Center received a report of house fire in the 2800 block of Agnes Street in Idaho Falls. The caller reported that the garage appeared to be fully engulfed and the fire was moving to the r...

Register Now for Summer Camps

You can now register for our summer camps and classes for ages 5-17. Visit https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/830/Summer-Zoo-Classes to learn more and sign up today. Hurry! Space is limited and camps fill quickly. 

To get the member discount, click o...

Your Zoo Takes Proactive Measures for Avian Influenza Outbreak

IFPD Welcomes New Potential K9 - Skadi

IFPD is excited to welcome a new potential K9, Skadi, a 6-month-old Belgian Malinois. Skadi was adopted from the Blackfoot Animal Shelter and will be training to become an Explosives Detective K9 officer with her partner, Detective David Shanor.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is excited to welcome a new potential K9, Skadi, a 6-month-old Belgian Malinois mix. Skadi was adopted by IFPD from the Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue and will be training to become a single-purpose Explosives Detect...

Update - Jed Hall Investigation

On January 22, 2018, 16-year-old Matthew “Jed” Hall was reported missing. On May 1, 2022, Jed's vehicle was recovered from the Snake River in Idaho Falls by a specialty underwater sonar search and recovery dive team, Adventures with Purpose.

The following is a joint release from the Idaho Falls Police Department and the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office. Media contacts for each agency are listed below. 

On Monday, January 22, 2018, at 6:51 a.m., 16-year-old Matthew &ldqu...

Incident on 9th Street/Benton Street and Pursuit

Around 2:00 p.m. today, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a possible shooting in the area of the 1400 block of Benton Street. Idaho Falls Police Officers responded and found evidence that at least one round had been fired.

Around 2:00 p.m. today, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a possible shooting in the area of the 1400 block of Benton Street. Idaho Falls Police Officers responded and found evidence that at least one round had been fired. No injuries h...

Vehicle Recovered from the Snake River

Earlier this morning a vehicle was located in the Snake River near Johns Hole boat ramp.

On the morning of May 1, 2022, Adventures With Purpose search and recovery dive team, in cooperation with the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and the Idaho Falls Police Department located a vehicle in the Snake River just south of the Johns H...

Man Arrested Following Homicide

At about 4 p.m. yesterday, IFPD Officers responded to the area of 200 S Woodruff for a report of a possibly deceased person. Arriving officers located a deceased man, who appeared to have sustained injuries consistent with a gunshot wound.

At approximately 4:00 p.m. yesterday, March 30, 2022, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the area of 200 S Woodruff behind Planet Fitness for a report of a possibly deceased person. Arriving officers located a deceased man, who appeared to have sust...

Man Arrested for Weekend Robbery

On March 19, at approximately 3:00 a.m., IFPD Officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred in the area of the 500 block of River Parkway. The suspect was identified and taken into custody just before 8:30 a.m. on March 20.

On March 19, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred in the area of the 500 block of River Parkway. The victim was outside a business in the area when they were approached by the su...

Several Arrests, Major Drug Seizures Made in Three Day Period

From March 4 to 6, IIFPD Officers arrested 16 people for drug and other relevant offenses in 6 separate incidents. A total of 1034 fentanyl pills, 1.85 pounds methamphetamine, 5 firearms, and other illegal items were taken off of Idaho Falls streets.

Between Friday, March 4, and Sunday, March 6, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested 16 people for drug and other relevant offenses in six separate incidents. In that time, a total of 1034 fentanyl pills, 1.85 pounds (842.35 grams) methamphetamine, 10.25 po...

Multi-County Pursuit Ends with No Injuries, Successful Arrest

The suspect was ultimately arrested for two counts Felony Eluding/Attempting to Elude a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle, Felony Driving Under the Influence (Third or Subsequent Offense), Reckless Driving, Driving Without Privileges, and other offenses.

On February 12, 2022, at approximately, 1:15 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers were performing a DUI traffic stop and investigation in the area of Whittier Street and N Freeman Avenue which, by necessity, blocked the roadway for a short time. While on thi...

IFPD Successfully Deescalates Armed Suicidal Person at Motel

Last night, Officers were called to Motel 6 for a report of an armed suicidal person. Officers learned that the person was barricaded in a room and had already shot once inside the room...... The Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline is (208)398-4357.

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Last night, February 7, 2022, at approximately 10:15 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers were called to the Motel 6, located at 1448 W Broadway, for a report of an armed suicidal person. Officers learned that the person ...

Man Arrested After Battering, Assaulting and Holding Woman Hostage

Yesterday, shortly before 7 pm, IFPD responded to a report of a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of H Street. Shortly after arriving on scene, officers heard several gunshots coming from the house.
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Yesterday, January 28, 2022, shortly before 7:00 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of H Street. A person called Idaho Falls Police Dispatch and stated that their neighbor had texted asking t...

IFPD Investigating Recent String of Vandalism

The Idaho Falls Police Department is investigating a string of malicious vandalism that has been reported over the past several days. Since January 8, IFPD has received over 35 reports of windows being shot out by what appears to be a BB or airsoft gun...

Update February 7, 2022: The Idaho Falls Police Department has been able to identify suspects involved in a series of malicious vandalism cases that were reported during the month of January. From January 8^th to 31^st, the Idaho Falls Police Department rec...

Single Vehicle Rollover Fatality

At 4:52 a.m., January 16, 2021, IFPD Dispatch received a report of a rollover vehicle accident in the area of Snake River Parkway, off Sunnyside Road. The caller reported that a passenger in the vehicle had been injured and was unresponsive....

At approximately 4:52 a.m. on January 16, 2021, Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a report of a rollover vehicle accident in the area of Snake River Parkway, off Sunnyside Road. The caller reported that a passenger in the vehicle had been injured and w...

Patrol & SWAT respond to Aggravated Assault Barricaded Subject

Shortly before 12:00 p.m. today, IFPD Officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of E Elva St. for a report that a woman had pointed a handgun at a juvenile inside the home. Officers responded and immediately moved to get the juvenile to safety...

Shortly before 12:00 p.m. today, January 16, 2022, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of E Elva Street for a report that a woman had pointed a handgun at a juvenile inside the home. The juvenile reported that the woman h...

Halloween Robber Apprehended Minutes After Robbery

At approximately 11:50 p.m., October 31, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the Common Cents store at 1003 S Boulevard for a report of a robbery that had just occurred. Officers located the vehicle with the suspect inside just before 11:52 p.m.

At approximately 11:50 p.m. last night, October 31, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the Common Cents store at 1003 S Boulevard for a report of a robbery that had just occurred. A person outside the store witnessed the robbery and called 911. The ...

Two Arrested as Result of Investigation into August Shooting Incident

On August 13, 2021, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting that had occurred in downtown Idaho Falls, around the 500 block of Shoup Avenue.

According to witnesses on scene a group of people were involved in an argument during which one person produced a firearm and fired a shot at another person. 

The victim was struck with a single round and was transported to an area hospital by pri...

IFPD, FOP, and IDOC Partner for Re-Entry Hygiene Kit Drive

IFPD and the FOP are partnering with the IDOC Re-Entry Program on a Hygiene Kit Donation Drive. On Monday, September 20, from 9 am - 1 pm organizers will be at the Grand Teton Mall in front of the former Macy’s location to collect donation items.

The Idaho Falls Police Department and Idaho Falls Fraternal Order of Police are partnering with the Idaho Department of Corrections Re-Entry Program on a Hygiene Kit Donation Drive. This is the second year that IFPD and IDOC have partnered on this donatio...

TONIGHT! - Don't miss IFPD's National Night Out!

Tonight from 5 – 8 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers will be at Freeman Park to "show-and-tell" police vehicles, special teams and equipment, and talk to our community! This is a great event for kids, families, and anyone who wants to meet IFPD Officers!

The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out this Tuesday night, August 3rd. National Night Out is an annual national community-building effort that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood ca...

IFPD Invites Community to National Night Out

On Tuesday, August 3rd from 5 – 8 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers will be at the Freeman Park Bandshell to meet with Idaho Falls families and community members, show-and-tell police vehicles, and specialty equipment.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is inviting community members to attend National Night Out this Tuesday night, August 3rd. National Night Out is an annual national community-building effort that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood ca...

July 3rd - Safety Tips, Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

With just hours left until Independence Day festivities kick-off, the Idaho Falls Police Department would like to remind the public to be safe, plan ahead and know which roads will be closed as they make plans to attend celebrations around town.

Idaho Falls, ID – With just hours left until Independence Day festivities kick-off, the Idaho Falls Police Department would like to remind the public to be safe, plan ahead and know which roads will be closed as they make plans to atten...

Man Arrested for DUI After Nearly Striking Police Officer and Crashing Into Residence

Early this morning an IFPD Officer performed a traffic stop on S Holmes Ave. As the officer began to exit their vehicle they saw another car rapidly approaching on a trajectory to collide with the police vehicle where the officer was exiting the car.

At approximately 2:20 a.m. this morning, an Idaho Falls Police Officer performed a traffic stop near the intersection of South Holmes Avenue and 4^th Street. As the officer began to exit their police vehicle, which had emergency police lights activated at ...

Man Arrested after Soliciting Sex from Undercover IFPD Officer Posing as 14-Year-Old

Yesterday, IFPD arrested Allen Eckman, a 28-year-old man, after Eckman contacted and solicited sex from a 14-year-old female through social media. The account was actually a fake account operated by IFPD Detectives.

Yesterday, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested Allen Eckman, a 28-year-old male resident of Idaho Falls, after Eckman contacted and solicited sex from a 14-year-old female through social media. The account was actually a fake account maintained by Idaho ...

IFPD and partners host Building Diversity, Strengthening Our Communities Law Enforcement Conference

The Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs, City of Idaho Falls, and Idaho Falls Police Department are proud to present the Idaho Law Enforcement Conference: Building Diversity, Strengthening Our Communities tomorrow, May 27th, here in Idaho Falls.

Over the past several months the Idaho Falls Police Department, City of Idaho Falls, and the Idaho Commission of Hispanic Affairs have been working together to organize and host this conference, which will include attendees from the Idaho Falls Police Dep...

IFPD Officers Apprehend Wanted Subject in Idaho Falls

?Last night, Idaho Falls Police Officers located wanted subject Makena Lagana in the area of Benton Street and St. Clair Road. Lagana led officers on a foot pursuit into a dry canal bed where he was apprehended and taken into police custody.

Last night at approximately 10:45 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers located wanted subject Makena Lagana in the area of Benton Street and St. Clair Road in Idaho Falls. Lagana led officers on a brief foot pursuit through a parking lot, across a street, an...

Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault After Chasing People with Knife

On April 7th, at approximately 10:40 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers were called to the area of Memorial and Broadway for a report that a man was threatening and chasing people with a knife.

On April 7^th, at approximately 10:40 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers were called to the area of Memorial and Broadway for a report that a man was threatening and chasing people with a knife. The caller provided dispatch with a description of the man and...

Officer Involved Shooting - February 8, 2021

Early this morning, February 8th, 2021, an Idaho Falls Police Officer was involved in an officer-involved shooting. One person, an adult male, is deceased. No one else sustained any injuries in the incident.

The Idaho Falls Police Department defines Officer-Involved Shootings as any incident where, in the course of their duties, an Officer discharges their service weapon resulting in the death or injury of another person. As is standard protocol for any Offic...

Man Arrested Following Discovery of Drug Lab

Sebastian Malikai was arrested for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony Manufacturing of a Controlled Substance, two counts Felony Injury to a Child, and Misdemeanor Assault-Domestic Violence, and was taken to the Bonneville County Jail.

On January 30^th, shortly before 3:00 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a residence in the 3200 block of Londonderry Avenue for a report of a domestic disturbance in progress. The caller reported that a woman was threatened with a firearm.&...

IFPD Officers Join US Marshals Taskforce as Special Deputy Marshals

On Tuesday, two Idaho Falls Police Officers joined a network of Deputy US Marshals and Special Deputy US Marshals who work to apprehend violent criminals, sex offenders, and “Most Wanted” fugitives both in our area and around the country.

IFPD Officers Corey Sato and Jose Abreo were sworn in as Special Deputy US Marshals by Deputy US Marshal Darrin Lambert, the supervisor of the US Marshals Pocatello office. 

The US Marshals Service has approximately 3,500 full-time Deputy US Marsh...

Two Arrested with Trafficking Amounts of Meth & Cocaine, Stolen Gun Recovered

On Dec 24, shortly before 7 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a parking lot for a report of a suspicious vehicle after a witness called Idaho Falls Police Dispatch and reported seeing two people inside the vehicle engaging in drug activity.

On December 24, 2020, shortly before 7:00 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a parking lot for a report of a suspicious vehicle after a witness called Idaho Falls Police Dispatch and reported seeing two people inside the vehicle engaging in dr...

Man Arrested for Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling

On December 27th, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the 1500 block of Alice Avenue to investigate reports of gunfire. Multiple residents in the area reported hearing gunfire.

On December 27^th, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the 1500 block of Alice Avenue to investigate reports of gunfire. Multiple residents in the area reported hearing gunfire. Two people who called Idaho Falls Police disp...

Two Juveniles Apprehended After String of Vehicle Burglaries - Including Stolen AR15

IFPD would like to remind community members to secure their vehicles and residences at night and to bring valuables, including firearms, inside whenever possible.

On December 14, 2020, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officer responded to the area of S Higbee Avenue for a report of an attempted vehicle burglary. A resident noticed the dome light in his car turn on from inside his residence. When he went ...

Man Arrested After Headbutting Police Officer

Herrera continued to resist and fight with Officers as they exited EIRMC. While Officers were attempting to place Herrera in a patrol vehicle, Herrera headbutted an IFPD Officer in the face.

Idaho Falls, ID – On December 12, shortly after 5:00 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Fanning for a disturbance. The caller reported that a man was highly intoxicated and was standing in the roadway ...

Three Arrested After Taking Tools from Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

Officers were called to investigate the theft at about 9:00 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., Officers located the suspects and suspect vehicle while patrolling. The stolen tools were recovered and returned to the owner later that day.

Idaho Falls, ID – On December 7^th, at about 9:00 a.m., an Idaho Falls Police Officer responding to a report of a theft that had occurred in the 1000 block of Science Center Drive. The victim reported that he parked his vehicle at a Habi...

Man Arrested Following Police Pursuit

An Idaho Falls Police Officer attempted to perform a traffic stop. When the Officer activated his emergency lights and siren signaling for the driver to pull over, the driver fled from the Officer at a high rate of speed initiating a vehicle pursuit.

Shortly before 6:00 p.m., an Idaho Falls Police Officer in an unmarked IFPD vehicle attempted to perform a traffic stop on a vehicle near the area of 1^st Street and Fanning Avenue in relation to a felony investigation. When the Officer activated his overh...

IFPD Arrests Two People Following SWAT Standoff

Early this morning, Idaho Falls Police Officers were searching for a wanted subject, Maddeline Ovard, when they received information that Ovard and another wanted subject, Shawn Cortez, were located at an address on the 200 block of Placer Avenue.

IFPD Arrests Two People Following SWAT Standoff

Idaho Falls, ID – Early this morning, Idaho Falls Police Officers were searching for a wanted subject, Maddeline Ovard, when they received information that Ovard and another wanted subject,...

IFPD and IDOC Partner for Re-Entry Hygiene Kit Drive

IFPD is partnering with the Idaho Department of Corrections Re-Entry Program on a Hygiene Kit Donation Drive. IFPD is hoping to collect basic hygiene items that the Re-Entry program can then provide to past offenders who are re-entering the community.

IFPD and IDOC Partner for Re-Entry Hygiene Kit Drive

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Department of Corrections Re-Entry Program on a Hygiene Kit Donation Drive. IFPD is hoping to collect b...

Two Arrested on Warrants, Drug & Weapons Offenses

On August 4 IFPD Officers arrested Dakota Clifford and Richard Veilleux on various outstanding warrants, drug, and other offenses. Clifford was previously arrested on July 22 and released on bail, but cut his ankle monitor off violating terms of release.

On August 4, 2020, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested Dakota Clifford, a 24-year-old Idaho Falls resident, and Richard Veilleux, a 28-year-old Idaho Falls resident, on various outstanding warrants, drug, and other offenses.

Idaho Falls Police Officers ha...

IFPD Partnering with Office of Highway Safety on Seat Belt Education

This month the IFPD has responded to 153 vehicle accidents, and 45 of those included injuries. Vehicle collisions can happen to anyone. One of the major predictive factors of injury and the seriousness of those injuries is appropriate seatbelt usage.

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Officer of Highway Safety and law enforcement agencies across Idaho to encourage drivers and passengers to buckle up.

This month the Idaho Falls Police Depa...

Three Arrested After Woman Reports Kidnap and Torture

On June 22, IFPD Dispatch received a call reporting that a woman had stopped the caller and asked them to call 911. The woman appeared to have been severely beaten with cuts on her face and told the person she had been held hostage and had just escaped...

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On June 22, 2020, Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a call from a person who stated that a woman had stopped them on the street and asked them to call 911. The woman appeared to have been ...

Man Arrested After Aggravated Assault, Police Chase and Home Invasion

IFPD arrested Dakota Clifford, a 24-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Aggravated Assault, Felony Eluding, Misdemeanor Unlawful Entry, and on 3 Felony Bonneville County Bail Violation Warrants. The original charges were Felony Trafficking charges.

Earlier this morning, Idaho Falls Police Officers arrested Dakota Clifford, a 24-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Aggravated Assault, Felony Eluding, Misdemeanor Unlawful Entry, and on three outstanding Felony Bonneville County Warrants. The warr...

Man Wanted on Homicide Charge Commits Suicide as Officers Approach

On July 12, the Idaho Falls Police Department was notified by an out of state law enforcement agency that a wanted man from a homicide investigation in their jurisdiction may be in the Idaho Falls area. Officers located the suspect,

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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office of California has publicly confirmed the ident...

Body Recovered from Snake River Identified

On June 5, IFPD recovered the body of a man from the Snake River. The man has been identified as Miguel A. Rodriguez, a 44-year-old Idaho Falls resident, who had previously been reported to IFPD as a missing person. He was last seen on April 17th, 2020.

On Friday, June 5^th, the Idaho Falls Police Department and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office recovered the body of a deceased male from the Snake River in Idaho Falls. The man has been identified as Miguel A. Rodriguez, a 44-year-old Idaho Fall...

IFPD Seizes Two Pounds of Meth in Suspicious Package

IFPD Officers responded to a home for a report of a suspicious package. The package was sent to the home via USPS but was not addressed to anyone who lived there and had been sent from a town in California near the southern border. A Drug K9 indicated...

On May 15^th, 2020, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a residence in Idaho Falls for a report of a suspicious package. According to the reporting party, the package was sent to their home via the US Postal Service but was not addressed to anyone who...

Hotel Employees Rescue 5 Year Old from Drowning

On May 3, Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a 911 call about a missing child near a hotel on Lindsey. Nearly at the same time, another caller reported that a young boy was pulled from the canal nearby and that CPR was in progress.

On Sunday, May 3, shortly before noon, Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a 911 call about a missing child near the Tru by Hilton Hotel on Lindsey Ave. The caller reported that a 5-year-old boy was missing. Nearly at the same time, another caller report...

IFPD Debuts D91 School Pride Themed Police Vehicles

These vehicles are expected to be a positive way for students at the schools to connect with their assigned school resource officers, and also to be a symbol of IFPD’s commitment to education and safe schools in our community.

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department is debuting a new school pride themed patrol vehicle, driven by the School Resource Officer assigned to Eagle Rock Middle School. The IFPD Eagle Rock SRO vehicle is the first of four s...

Man Arrested For Stalking, Burglary, & Unlawful Entry

On May 2, 2020, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to a report of a man near the caller’s vehicle. The caller informed dispatch that she had an active Civil Protection Order against the man that she could now see from inside a nearby building.

On May 2, 2020, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to an address on River Parkway for a report of a man near the caller’s vehicle. The caller informed dispatch that she had an active Civil Protection Order against th...

Local & National Architect Team Selected to Design Idaho Falls Police Complex

The selection process, which has taken place over the past several months, has resulted in the selection of a partnership between an Idaho Falls based local architectural firm, and a national expert in the architectural design of police facilities.

Two-Agency Architect Team Selected for Idaho Falls Police Complex Design

Partnership Includes Local Firm & National Expert in Police Facilities

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department and City of Idaho Falls are excited to...

Three Idaho Falls Residents Connected to Multi-State Crime Spree

The IFPD Special Investigations Unit is investigating 3 Idaho Falls residents in connection to a string of serious crimes across multiple states, including drug crimes in Idaho & a homicide in California. IFPD is partnering with LAPD and other agencies.

Idaho Falls, ID – The Idaho Falls Police Department Special Investigations Unit is investigating three Idaho Falls residents in connection to a string of serious crimes across multiple states, including drug crimes in Idaho and a homici...

Man Arrested Safely Following Standoff with IFPD SWAT Team

On Tuesday, Feb 18th, IFPD arrested Brett Karinen, a 25-year-old Idaho Falls resident, following an investigation into a domestic violence incident and a two-and-a-half-hour standoff with IFPD Patrol Officers and the IFPD SWAT team.

Idaho Falls, ID – On Tuesday, February 18^th, the Idaho Falls Police Department arrested Brett Karinen, a 25-year-old Idaho Falls resident, following an investigation into a domestic violence incident and a two-and-a-half-hour standoff w...

Felony Heroin Trafficking Arrest

On January 31, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the area of 150 Houston Circle for a report that two people were passed on in a vehicle outside a business. Officers arrived and located the vehicle and the two occupants inside.

On January 31, Idaho Falls Police Officers responded to the area of 150 Houston Circle for a report that two people were passed on in a vehicle outside a business. Officers arrived and located the vehicle and the two occupants inside.

An officer was able t...

Stolen Vehicle Located Prior to Owner Realizing It Was Stolen

On January 31st, at approximately 12:40 a.m. an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of 1st street and St. Clair Avenue when he initiated a traffic stop. The officer determined the vehicle had been stolen.

On January 31^st, at approximately 12:40 a.m. an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of 1^st street and St. Clair Avenue when he approached a vehicle stopped in the middle of the roadway. As the officer approached, the vehicle began slowly...

Officer Seizes Pound of Meth After Witnessing Drug Deal

On Jan 31, around 10 pm, an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of Jennie Lee Drive when he witnessed what appeared to be a drug deal. After a short pursuit the Officer apprehended Jesse Kirby and located over a pound of methamphetamine.

On January 31, shortly after 10 p.m., an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of Jennie Lee Drive when he witnessed two vehicles pull in to a parking lot and park next to each other. The officer watched the occupants of the two vehicles i...

Man Arrested for Felony Domestic Battery Following 911 Hang-Up Investigation

Dispatch received a 911 call and could hear yelling and a woman asking for help before the line disconnected. An IFPD Officer responding to the call's location passed a vehicle leaving the area and saw a passenger mouth, “Help me,” out the window.

Idaho Falls, ID – On January 25^th at approximately 3:00 a.m., Idaho Falls Police Dispatch received a 911 call. The Emergency Communications Officer (Dispatcher) could hear yelling and a woman asking for help saying she was scared. The l...

Meth Trafficking Arrest After Driver Attempts to Elude Officers

Two women arrested after attempting to flee from officers in a motor vehicle. Passenger found in possession of trafficking amounts of methamphetamine.

On January 25th, shortly before midnight, an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of 17th street and Fife Avenue when the officer saw a vehicle driving east on 17th street with its headlights off. The officer caught up to the vehicle at t...

Anniversary of Disappearance of Jed Hall

January 22 marked the two year anniversary of the disappearance of Idaho Falls’ teen, Matthew “Jed” Hall. Until definitive evidence of his whereabouts and/or well-being are obtained, the Idaho Falls Police Department will continue to search for Jed.

Yesterday, January 22, marked the two year anniversary of the disappearance of Idaho Falls’ teen, Matthew “Jed” Hall. Since his disappearance, Idaho Falls Police Investigators have made significant efforts to locate Jed but t...

Idaho Falls Man Arrested for Lewd Conduct, Sexual Exploitation of a Child

The Idaho Falls Police Department is conducting an investigation that has led to the arrest of Richard Dutton, a 51-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Lewd Conduct with a Child and Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Child.

The Idaho Falls Police Department is conducting an investigation that has led to the arrest of Richard Dutton, a 51-year-old Idaho Falls resident, for Felony Lewd Conduct with a Child and Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Child.

On January 7th, staff at an a...

Man Arrested for Felony Injury to a Child

On Jan 16, a four-month-old infant was transported to to Primary Children’s with head injuries. IFPD Detectives have been investigating the child's injuries and on Jan 16, the infant's father was arrested on two counts of Felony Injury to a Child.

On January 6, a four-month-old child was taken to Idaho Falls Community Hospital after parents reported that the child had fallen off the father’s lap and was displaying symptoms consistent with a head injury. The infant was found to have a brai...

IFPD & BCSO Remind Public to Celebrate Safely this New Years

The Idaho Falls Police and Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies have joined agencies across the state in ITD’s Impaired Driving Mobilization this holiday season. Since the mobilization began on Dec. 11, BCSO has had 14 DUI Cases and IFPD has had 12.

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office and Idaho Falls Police Department have joined agencies across the state in participating in the Idaho Transportation Department’s Impaired Driving Mobilization through the holiday season. &nbs...

Man Arrested for Felony Battery on a Police Officer

Man arrested for Felony Battery on a Police Officer. This is the twenty-third time an Idaho Falls Police Officer has been assaulted/battered, that resulted in arrest charges, during the course of their duties in 2019.

On Sunday, December 29th just after 2:00 a.m., an Idaho Falls Police Officer was patrolling in the area of 17th Street and Holmes Avenue. The officer recognized the driver of a vehicle on the roadway as a person he knew to have an outstanding warrant and ...

Idaho Falls Police Chief announces four promotions, including the IFPD's first female Sergeant

Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson announced the promotion of one new Lieutenant and three new Sergeants.

Idaho Falls Police Chief Bryce Johnson announced the promotions of one Lieutenant and three Sergeants.

• Sergeant Scott Killian will be promoted to Lieutenant and will be transferred from detectives to patrol.
• Detective Jessica Marley will be promoted to Serg...

Construction Notice: Saturn Avenue Waterline Replacement

Knife River will be installing a new waterline and reconstructing Saturn Avenue and adjacent streets between Grandview Drive and Broadway. The work starts on May 16. The anticipated completion time is mid-September, barring unforeseen issues. 

Det...

Saturn Avenue Waterline Project Neighborhood Meeting

Idaho Falls Public Works is hosting a neighborhood meeting this week to discuss the water line replacement project on Saturn Avenue, between Broadway and Grandview Drive, as well as the streets within that neighborhood. 

The meeting is on Thursday...

Water Tower Informational Meetings

The City of Idaho Falls invites community members to attend one of two informational meetings to receive updates on the Idaho Falls water tower project.

The aging 85-year-old water tower will be replaced by a higher capacity water tower to accommodate Idah...

New interactive map helps residents follow street sweeping schedule with ease

Now that the snow and ice have melted off the roadways, the Idaho Falls Street Division will begin sweeping streets. Work starts with arterial and collector streets, as well as streets with striping to prepare them for repainting. Crews will begin sweepin...

More details about the rideshare program coming to Idaho Falls soon!

The City of Idaho Falls is pleased to announce that they are one step closer to making a microtransit pilot program a reality and at no additional cost to taxpayers.  

At Monday’s City Council work session it was announced that Downtowner was sele...

Idaho Falls City Council Approves Water Tower Location

The Idaho Falls City Council has unanimously voted to approve construction of the city’s new elevated water tower in the south parking lot of the Idaho Falls Public Library.  

The vote was held last evening at the city’s regularly scheduled city c...

Residential Water Conservation Pilot Program Awaits City Council Approval

A Residential Water Conservation Pilot Program was discussed during the Idaho Falls City Council Work Session yesterday afternoon. The pilot program, if approved by City Council, will begin later this year. 

In 2015, the Idaho Falls Water Division...

City of Idaho Falls to Replace Water Tower

Idaho Falls, ID – Idaho Falls Public Works staff briefed the Idaho Falls City Council today on plans to replace the city’s aging water tower, currently located along the Snake River near Idaho Falls Power.  The tower has been scheduled f...