A midday collision between a passenger car and an agricultural truck in rural Twin Falls County left two men hospitalized Wednesday, with one requiring air transport, according to Idaho State Police.
The crash took place around 12:20 p.m. on June 3 at the intersection of N 2500 E and E 3400 N. A 28-year-old Jerome man driving a Ford Taurus southbound on N 2500 E reportedly failed to stop at a posted stop sign and struck a New Holland hay-stacker truck crossing westbound on E 3400 N. The hay-stacker was operated by a 59-year-old Twin Falls man.
Air Ambulance Called for Older Driver
Both drivers were transported by ground ambulance to an area hospital following the collision. The condition of the 59-year-old hay-stacker operator deteriorated enough to require a subsequent transfer by air ambulance to a separate medical facility. The nature and severity of injuries to either driver were not specified in the initial report.
Investigators noted that neither man was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash — a factor that can significantly worsen injury outcomes in collisions of this type. The roadway at the scene was closed for more than two hours while emergency responders and investigators worked to clear and document the scene.
Investigation Ongoing
Idaho State Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash. Agricultural equipment, including hay-stacker trucks, is a common sight on Twin Falls County roads during farming season, and rural intersections can present visibility challenges for drivers unfamiliar with the area.
Seat belt compliance remains a persistent concern on Idaho rural roads, where enforcement opportunities are fewer and high-speed impacts are common. Motorists traveling through agricultural areas of the county are reminded to observe posted stop signs and yield to cross traffic, particularly near farm equipment corridors.
What Comes Next
Idaho State Police have not announced whether citations or charges will be filed pending the completion of their investigation. The conditions of both drivers had not been publicly updated as of publication. Community members can follow statewide traffic safety developments at Idaho News.