What We Know
Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Following 4-Wheeler Theft Attempt
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On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, around 11:00 p.m., Bingham County deputies were summoned due to an alleged attempted theft of a 4‑wheeler near 1100 East and 1300 North, just east of Shelley. The property owner reported shots fired—both the homeowner and the suspect sustained injuries; the suspect then fled the scene.KBOI
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Multiple law enforcement agencies, including deputies from Bingham and Bonneville Counties, Shelley and Blackfoot Police, Idaho State Police, and Shelley Fire and Ambulance, responded. The homeowner was taken to EIRMC in Idaho Falls with non-life-threatening injuries.KBOI
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A perimeter was established around the area, and during the subsequent search, the suspect was located in a nearby field. Deputies from both Bingham and Bonneville Counties opened fire. Despite immediate life-saving efforts, the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.KBOIKTVB
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The East Idaho Critical Incident Team (EICIT) has taken over the investigation, with leadership from the Pocatello Police Department, alongside support from Idaho Falls Police and Idaho State Police.KBOI
Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Tuesday, August 19, 2025 – ~11:00 p.m. |
| Location | Near 1100 E & 1300 N, east of Shelley, Bingham County |
| Incident Trigger | Alleged attempted theft of a 4-wheeler |
| Injuries | Homeowner injured (non-life-threatening); suspect fatally wounded by deputies |
| Outcome | Suspect died at scene despite life-saving measures |
| Investigation | East Idaho Critical Incident Team leading, with multi-agency support |
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