Idaho State Police Pursuit Leads to Felony Arrest in Bonneville County

Idaho State Police have arrested a man in Southern Idaho wanted on multiple warrants following a car pursuit and foot chase.

Southern Idaho Traffic Stop Leads to Car Crash, Foot Chase, and Felony Arrest

Around 10:30 this morning, November 22nd, Idaho State Police attempted a traffic stop for a turn signal violation in Idaho Falls. ISP discovered that the driver of the vehicle was wanted on multiple outstanding warrants. The driver, a 34-year-old male, then fled the scene and was followed by ISP troopers.

The suspect was driving a 2006 Mazda 5, according to the report from ISP. During the pursuit, the man rammed a patrol car and police were forced to use a PIT maneuver to stop the chase. The driver then ran into a field to escape but was caught and arrested shortly after.

Police Pursuit Involves Car With a Young Child in It

The driver was booked on probable cause for multiple infractions, including Felony Child Endangerment as he had a minor child in the car with him when he decided to run. The car was also occupied by a 26-year-old female passenger.

Both passengers had minor injuries, were transported to the hospital, and have since been released.

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Along with the Felony Child Endangerment charge, the driver is also looking at:

• Felony Eluding
• Felony Assault on a Police Officer
• Damage to State Property
• Resisting and Obstructing Officers
• Felony Warrants

ISP will continue to investigate the incident.

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