Fatal crash near Buhl

BUHL, Idaho (KIFI) - The Idaho State Police are currently investigating a two-vehicle fatality crash which occurred on Wednesday at approximately 9:37 a.m. on US 30 at milepost 204, near Buhl.

A 27-year-old Buhl man was traveling eastbound on US 30 in a 1998 BMW sedan. The BMW crossed over the center line, colliding with a westbound 2002 Freightliner Semi hauling straw bales. The Freightliner was driven by a 48-year-old Twin Falls man.

The driver of the BMW succumbed to his injuries and was not wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the Freightliner was wearing his seatbelt.

The roadway was blocked for approximately 2.5 hours. This crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

The Idaho State Police were assisted by the Buhl Fire Department, Buhl Police Department, Twin Falls County Sherriff's Office and Magic Valley EMS.