A tragic hit-and-run crash late Friday afternoon on U.S. Highway 95 in Plummer left a female pedestrian dead, according to the Idaho State Police (ISP). Authorities reported that the driver of a pickup struck the pedestrian and then turned around, heading the opposite direction before fleeing the scene.
Discovery of the Suspected Vehicle
Pickup Located by Investigators
By early Saturday evening, ISP confirmed through a news release that officers had found the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado LT believed to be tied to the deadly collision. However, the agency did not clarify whether any arrests had been made in connection with the incident.
Registration Details
According to earlier information, the pickup truck is registered to a residence in Spokane. Police emphasized that although the vehicle registration is known, they have not yet verified whether the registered owner was the person driving at the time of the fatal hit-and-run.
What Witnesses Reported
Driver’s Actions Before and After the Crash
Witness accounts provided essential details to law enforcement. Several individuals stated the pickup was traveling northbound around 5 p.m. near D Street when it struck a woman walking on the roadway.
After the collision, the driver reportedly made a U-turn and drove southbound on Highway 95, leaving the injured pedestrian behind. Despite attempts to save her life, the woman succumbed to her injuries.
Road Closure and Scene Investigation
Highway Shut Down for Several Hours
Authorities closed the entire stretch of Highway 95 in the area for multiple hours as the Idaho State Police and Coeur d’Alene Tribal Police examined evidence and documented the crash scene. The closure allowed investigators to collect information vital to the ongoing hit-and-run investigation.
Continued Search and Public Assistance
Ongoing Investigation in Benewah County
Law enforcement had been actively searching for the Silverado and working to identify everyone involved in the tragic event.
Plummer, situated about 34 miles south of Coeur d’Alene, became the center of attention as officers followed leads. ISP thanked community members for sending in helpful tips that supported the investigation into the fatal crash.
The fatal Highway 95 hit-and-run in Plummer remains an active investigation, with officials continuing to determine who was behind the wheel of the located pickup.
As police gather more evidence and evaluate witness reports, they urge the public to remain alert and share any additional information.
This ongoing investigation highlights the importance of community cooperation in solving severe roadway incidents and ensuring accountability.
