The crash on Thursday killed seven people and injured more. | Photo courtesy Terah Motzkus ISLAND PARK — Idaho State Police has released more information about the fiery Island Park crash that killed multiple people Thursday evening. Seven people died in the crash, which involved a Dodge Ram pickup truck and a Mercedes van. Three of the van occupants were airlifted to hospitals – one to Bozeman, Montana, and two to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, according to Idaho State Police. Madison Memorial Hospital spokesperson Douglas McBride says five people were transported by ambulance to the Rexburg hospital, with three being released that day, and two others being admitted and later discharged on Sunday. The driver of the tour van was licensed in California. The passengers included 12 Chinese nationals and one of Italian nationality, according to a news release from Idaho State Police. RELATED | 7 people dead following fiery crash in Island Park The driver of the Dodge was identified as 25-year-old Isaiah Moreno of Humble, Texas. The group was traveling to Yellowstone National Park on an excursion organized by Ctour Holiday, a large-scale tour operator that provides international travel services. According to a news release from the Idaho State Police, investigators have determined the Dodge crossed the center line and struck the eastbound passenger van. “The reason the pickup crossed the center line remains unknown and is under investigation,” says the release. “Crash reconstruction is ongoing, and ISP troopers are working to determine all contributing factors.” Due to a commercial vehicle’s involvement and the magnitude of the crash, the National Transportation Safety Board is also conducting an independent investigation, says ISP. RELATED | New details released about deadly Island Park tour van crash “NTSB personnel have visited the scene and are reviewing evidence,” says the release. “While information is being shared between ISP and the NTSB, each agency is conducting its own investigation.” “We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those lost in this tragedy,” said ISP Sgt. Blake Higley. “We are incredibly grateful to the passersby who stopped to help and to the first responders whose quick actions and teamwork aided those in critical need. This was a challenging and emotional scene for everyone involved.” Those who died in the crash will be transported to the Ada County Coroner’s Office for autopsies and formal confirmation of identity. RELATED | ‘Help! Help!’ Woman describes frantic effort to help save victims in Island Park crash In a statement to EastIdahoNews.com, CTour Holiday says it is “saddened by the loss of life and injuries suffered in this terrible accident. CTour Holiday is continuing to work with the families as well as investigating authorities regarding this accident.” ISP troopers are working closely with Ctour Holiday and remain in contact with the Consulates of China and Italy as the investigation progresses.The post ISP reveals more details of fatal Island Park crash, NTSB now investigating appeared first on East Idaho News.
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ISP reveals more details of fatal Island Park crash, NTSB now investigating
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