The driver of the 2017 Ford Mustang was a 20-year-old Nampa man, and the eastbound on-ramp at the Ten Mile exit was closed for about three hours.
Meridian, Idaho - October 29, 2026
A 26-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a 2017 Ford Mustang early Thursday on Interstate 84 in Meridian, according to Idaho State Police. The pedestrian died at the scene.
Key Facts
- Date: Early Thursday, October 29, 2026 (approximately 3 a.m.)
- Location: Interstate 84, eastbound lane near milepost 42, Meridian, Idaho
- Type of crash: Pedestrian struck by a vehicle
- Vehicles involved: 2017 Ford Mustang
- Injuries / fatalities: One fatality
- Responding agencies: Idaho State Police
- Reported by: Idaho Press
Crash Overview
The crash happened in the early morning hours of Thursday on I-84 in Meridian. According to Idaho State Police, a 26-year-old man who was walking in the eastbound lane of travel was struck by the Ford Mustang at about 3 a.m. He died at the scene.
The Idaho Press reported that the eastbound on-ramp at the Ten Mile exit was blocked for roughly three hours following the crash. The pedestrian's identity has not been publicly released. Few other details have been reported.
People Involved
- Pedestrian: A 26-year-old man and Nampa resident who died at the scene. His identity has not been publicly released.
- Driver: A 20-year-old Nampa man who was driving the Ford Mustang.
Investigation Status
Idaho State Police said in a news release that the incident is under investigation. No contributing factors, citations, charges or arrests have been reported.
Traffic Impact
The eastbound on-ramp at the Ten Mile exit was blocked for approximately three hours, according to the Idaho Press.
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