Emergency crews from multiple agencies responded to the Snake River near the Perrine Bridge in Twin Falls on Tuesday evening after a person was discovered in the water.
Investigators are working to determine whether the incident was accidental or a suicide. The Twin Falls Police Department, Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office, Twin Falls Fire Department, Magic Valley Paramedics, and the Jerome County Sheriff’s Office all responded to the scene.
No additional details about the victim’s identity or condition have been released as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Perrine Bridge, which spans the Snake River Canyon in Twin Falls, has been the site of previous public safety incidents. Residents with information relevant to the investigation are encouraged to contact local authorities. The Snake River corridor has seen a number of serious incidents in recent weeks, including water- and roadway-related emergencies that have drawn heavy emergency response across Magic Valley.
What Comes Next
Authorities have not indicated a timeline for completing the investigation. Updates are expected as officials gather more information. Twin Falls County News will report additional details as they become available from law enforcement. Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis is encouraged to call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to reach trained counselors available around the clock.