Bannock County Deputies search for 27-year-old missing after car crash

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) — The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating 27-year-old Kendall Thoren, who has not been seen since shortly after a single-vehicle accident early Tuesday morning.

Thoren was last seen around 1:40 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12, in the area of Mink Creek and East Fork roads, following a crash at that location. According to BCSO, Thoren does not have his cell phone with him, complicating the search.

Search teams describe Thoren as a white male standing 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.

BCSO and Search & Rescue crews are currently conducting ground and aerial searches in the area. The crash is also under investigation.

In a statement released via Facebook, the Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude for the public's concern but cautioned volunteers from conducting their own search efforts.

"We appreciate the community’s concern and willingness to assist. Please be aware that any individual or group searches are conducted at your own risk," stated the post.

Anyone with information regarding Kendall Thoren’s whereabouts or anyone who may have witnessed the accident is urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office immediately at 208-236-7111.