Couple Arrested After Crashing Stolen Vehicle in Lewiston

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Two people were arrested in Lewiston, Idaho after crashing a stolen vehicle they were driving. The vehicle fled from police and drove the wrong way through an intersection, eventually colliding with two other vehicles before the suspects were taken into custody.

Why it matters

Vehicle theft and high-speed chases pose serious risks to public safety, and this incident highlights the need for law enforcement to balance apprehending suspects with minimizing danger to bystanders on the roads.

The details

According to police, an officer responding to an abandoned vehicle call was alerted that the vehicle's license plate matched one reported as stolen. The officer attempted a traffic stop, but the vehicle fled westbound in the eastbound lanes, running a red light and crashing into two other vehicles at the intersection. The male driver, Thomas Curd, exited through the sunroof and was arrested after a short chase, while the female passenger, Nicole Kalousek, was detained after trying to walk away from the scene.

• The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

What’s next

The judge will determine bail and charges for the suspects in the coming days.