(Blackfoot Police Department, March 4, 2026)
The Blackfoot Police Department would like to express our gratitude to the public, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bingham County Prosecutor’s Office for their assistance in October of 2025 while investigating the murder of Rebecca Rivera.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Rebecca Rivera. Incidents of this nature leave lasting pain and grief, and our thoughts remain with all who continue to mourn her loss.
We thank the Chubbuck Police Department and the Pocatello Police Department for their swift cooperation and assistance in locating and apprehending Bobby Jackson on the night of the homicide. Their coordinated efforts were critical in bringing Bobby into custody.
We are proud of the dedicated members of the Blackfoot Police Department, the Bingham County Joint Investigation Division, and the community members who came forward and worked closely with investigators in the hours that followed the homicide.
Today, we announce that Bobby Jackson has been sentenced to 24 years fixed and 36 years indeterminate for Second Degree Murder, for a total sentence of 60 years.
The family and friends of Rebecca remain in our thoughts during this difficult time.
