Police Pursuit Ends in Crash Near Twin Falls Intersection

Driver hospitalized after deputies perform PIT maneuver to stop fleeing vehicle

Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:33pm

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A police pursuit in Twin Falls, Idaho ended on Thursday afternoon when deputies performed a PIT maneuver to stop a fleeing vehicle near the intersection of Hankins Road and Addison Avenue. The driver was transported to a nearby hospital by air ambulance for treatment of injuries sustained during the incident.

Why it matters

Vehicle pursuits can create dangerous situations on public roads, especially in busy intersections like the one in Twin Falls where this incident occurred. Law enforcement must balance public safety with apprehending suspects, and the use of tactical maneuvers like the PIT maneuver can help stop a pursuit but also carries risks of crashes and injuries.

The details

According to authorities, deputies attempted to stop a vehicle around 12:30 p.m. after learning the driver had an active felony warrant. The driver refused to pull over, leading to a pursuit through Twin Falls. The chase ended near the Hankins Road and Addison Avenue intersection when a deputy performed a PIT maneuver to disable the fleeing vehicle. The driver was transported by air ambulance to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries. The suspect may face charges including possession of methamphetamine and felony eluding.

  • The pursuit began around 12:30 p.m. on March 13, 2026.
  • The PIT maneuver occurred near the intersection of Hankins Road and Addison Avenue.

The players

Twin Falls County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that initiated the pursuit and used the PIT maneuver to stop the fleeing vehicle.

The driver

An unidentified individual who fled from deputies and was hospitalized after the PIT maneuver.

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What’s next

Authorities said the incident remains under investigation by the Twin Falls County Sheriff's Office.

The takeaway

This case highlights the risks and challenges law enforcement face when pursuing suspects, especially in populated areas with busy intersections. It underscores the need for careful consideration of tactics and procedures to balance public safety with apprehending suspects.