Pocatello man killed in head-on collision with semi-truck on I-15

UPDATED: March 26, 2026, 12:30 PM

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho State Police is investigating a head-on semi-truck vs. passenger car crash that claimed the life of a 69-year-old Pocatello man Thursday morning.

According to ISP, the crash took place at 7:12 AM on Interstate 15 at mile marker 69. Police say the Pocatello man was traveling north on I-15, driving a 2002 Nissan Altima. At the same time, a 2003 Freightliner semi-truck and trailer, driven by a 39-year-old male from Utah, was traveling southbound on I-15.

Police say the Nissan Altima left the roadway, crossed through the median, and collided with the semi-truck head-on.

The driver of the Nissan Altima was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the scene of the crash. The driver of the semi-truck was wearing a seatbelt.

The southbound lanes of travel on Interstate 15 were blocked for approximately 4.5 hours.

This crash is under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — A crash involving a semi-truck and a passenger car has stalled traffic along I-15 Southbound near E Center St. in Pocatello. Authorities are reporting the crash was fatal.

According to the Idaho Transportation Department, the accident occurred shortly after 7:00 AM near mile marker 69, close to the East Center Street exit. Investigators say the crash involved a 2002 Nissan Altima and a commercial semi-truck.

Lt. Todd Orr of the Idaho State Police confirmed that an adult male was killed in the crash.

All lanes and the Pocatello Creek Rd. on ramp to I-15 southbound are currently blocked as crews work to clear the wreckage. For updates on traffic impact and road closures, click HERE.

This is a developing story. Local News 8 has a reporter on the scene and will provide more updates as we learn additional information.