(Bannock County Coroner’s Office Press Release, October 24, 2025)

The Bannock County Coroner’s Office, in cooperation with Idaho State Police, has confirmed the identity of the deceased following the two-vehicle crash that occurred on October 21, 2025, on Northbound Interstate 15 at milepost 77 near Fort Hall, Idaho.

Deceased:

  • Manuel Rodriguez-Baltazar (male), 42, of Rupert
  • Raul Navarrete (male), 44, of Rupert

Next of kin has been notified.

The incident remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.

“My condolences to Manuel and Raul’s families and friends as they grieve the loss of their loved one,” said Coroner Torey Danner. 

View Idaho State Police’s original news release here.

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