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Originally Published: 02 JUL 26 13:23 ET

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    ORANGEVILLE, Utah (KSTU) — A nuclear power startup and an artificial intelligence computing company are partnering to try to create a “waterless” data center.

At an event here on Wednesday, NVIDIA debuted a chip fully powered by Valar Atomics’ small modular nuclear reactor. It was used to launch a website to demonstrate its capabilities when scaled up. The website is accessible here when the reactor is powered up.

Valar Atomics founder Isaiah Taylor said it would not use water. Instead, helium cools it.

“Our architecture reactor that we’ve built here operates at higher temperatures which does not make water cooling necessary,” he told FOX 13 News. “On NVIDIA’s side, they’ve worked out an architecture for their cooling systems which operates at higher temperatures as well, once again allowing for air cooling and a closed-loop system.”

Valar Atomics has been working on its small modular reactor in a sandbox environment at the state of Utah’s San Rafael Energy Lab. The company announced last month it had achieved “criticality,” a milestone for nuclear power development and beating President Trump’s July 4 deadline for nuclear power pilot projects.

Under his “Operation Gigawatt” initiative to expand energy production in Utah, Governor Spencer Cox has pushed to introduce nuclear power to meet growing energy demands. Companies have been setting up various projects related to nuclear power across the state. So far, Valar Atomics is the first to have a working reactor.

As of Wednesday, when FOX 13 News toured the reactor, company officials said it was only generating 100 kilowatts of electricity. But Taylor said the plan was to begin scaling up.

“Over the next couple of years here in Emery County, you’ll see us take the next steps towards have a full commercial system,” he said.

Valar Atomics and NVIDIA’s partnership for a waterless AI data center is something being watched by Gov. Cox’s Office of Energy Development. The state has seen large public protests over celebrity investor Kevin O’Leary’s “Stratos Project” data center development in Box Elder County. The public pushback, with concerns about impacts to the environment and the Great Salt Lake in particular, has forced the governor to issue an executive order setting guardrails around data center development.

“You have to use our resources responsibly, or else we’re not going to let you do it. It’s always been that way and it’s going to continue to be that way,” said Emy Lesofski, the director of Utah’s Office of Energy Development.

Asked if she believed Valar Atomics and NVIDIA could achieve what they wanted to with a “waterless data center,” she told FOX 13 News: “We’re standing here today. A lot of people had skepticism about what we could do if we worked together, and we’re standing today at the San Rafael Energy Lab where we have a test reactor that is producing power and a power a chip. I would never say no.”

Taylor said he believed it could be a solution to data center concerns.

“We believe that this is the way forward. We know that the United States needs to be competitive in artificial intelligence,” he told FOX 13 News. “AI factories and scaling it out is a national strategic priority for the United States. But we need to do it without taxing local communities of water and power and that’s exactly what we’re proving today.”

NVIDIA went further in announcing plans for a future AI factory in Emery County, something that generated huge cheers from the crowd (though no timeline has been set for it). Community leaders have been largely supportive of Valar Atomics’ project, saying they have communicated extensively about their plans.

“It’s great for our local community, not only the job base but the tax base as well,” said Emery County Commissioner Jordan Leonard. “They’re hiring our local folks and just excited they’re here and the new technology with energy.”

Rep. Carl Albrecht, R-Richfield, who sponsored the legislation to allow nuclear power development in the state, told FOX 13 News he believed this is a good idea.

“We’re going to save water for you guys up north in the Great Salt Lake and we’re going to build some AI data centers down here in rural Utah that’ll help the economy,” he said. “I think it can be done.”

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Seth Ratliff

SALMON, Idaho (KIFI) — A Lemhi County man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison following a two-year investigation into decades of child sexual abuse, the Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday night.

District Judge Michael Whyte ordered William Wegner, who was charged with four counts of lewd and lascivious conduct with a minor under the age of 16, to serve a unified 40-year sentence, consisting of 20 years fixed (mandatory) time followed by 20 years indeterminate.

The investigation into Wegner began in August 2024 when Fremont County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report from an Ashton mother and her 15-year-old daughter. According to court documents, the teen told investigators that Wegner had been inappropriately touching her for three years.

Wegner was ultimately charged with four counts of violating Idaho Code § 18-1508. He later entered an Alford plea to two of the four charges – a formal plea agreement where the defendant maintains his innocence, but admits the prosecution has enough evidence for a conviction.

Following the sentencing, the Lemhi County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude to their law enforcement partners, prosecutors in Lemhi and Fremont County, and the victims who participated in the trial.

“We also wish to recognize the courage and resilience demonstrated by the victims throughout the investigation and criminal proceedings,” stated the Sheriff’s office in a news release. Their willingness to come forward and participate in the judicial process was instrumental in bringing this case to its conclusion.”

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Seth Ratliff

FORT HALL, Idaho (KIFI) — Interstate 86 near Fort Hall is clear today after an early morning semi-truck crash that temporarily stalled traffic.

The accident happened around 3:31 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, near mile marker 58. According to an Idaho State Police news release, a 45-year-old Aberdeen man was driving east in a 2020 Kenworth semi when he lost control of the vehicle. The truck went into the median, overturned, and came to a rest in the left westbound lane.

ISP says the driver was wearing his seatbelt and no injuries were reported.

The right lane was blocked for around 2 hours as crews worked to clear the scene. The incident remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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Jeff Roper

Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.  southwest 10 to 15 mph gust as high as 25 mph. Still a slight chance of rogue thunderstorms 30%. Some thunderstorm activity can be dry with lightning which brings fire danger to heightened awareness for the areas of dry vegetation. It will be continued breezy and gusts can fuel any fires from lightning or fireworks, so watch out for outflow winds from nearby thunderstorms.

Tonight partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.

Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. southwest winds gust as high as 23 mph. 30% chance of storms as we get drier into Saturday and heating up Sunday. Highs get into the 90s and stay there into the first full week of July.

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Kaelyn Blessinger

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Thousands of people are in dire need after a rare double earthquake struck Venezuela over the weekend, but the Eastern Idaho community is already stepping up to help.

As the official death toll continues to climb, a local group of volunteers has gathered to support earthquake victims and the exhausted search-and-rescue teams on the ground.

Idaho Unites for Venezuela is actively collecting donations and emergency supplies to send directly to the hardest-hit areas. Organizer Javier Hurtado says the community response has been immediate, with hundreds of supplies already pouring in from residents and local businesses alike.

“We just received some donations from Health Healthcare of Medicine…” Hurtado said. “A lot of volunteers showed up today, and we are already receiving so many donations from the community.”

According to CNN, at least 2,295 people have been confirmed dead, with thousands more still feared trapped in the rubble.

To help, the group is gathering critical items for First aid kits, along with essential supplies:

Medical & First Aid

Bandages, gauze, and medical tape

Antiseptics and rubbing alcohol

Disposable gloves and face masks

Basic over-the-counter medications

Infant & Personal Care

Powdered milk and baby formula

Diapers (both baby and adult sizes)

Baby wipes and personal hygiene items

Emergency Food & Shelter

Non-perishable food items

Flashlights and batteries

Blankets and sleeping bags

New or gently used clothing

Volunteers will be collecting donations tomorrow, Thursday, July 2nd, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Cherry Glass / AdvantaServ on 2695 N. 25th E. in Idaho Falls. For more information, click HERE.

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Hadley Bodell

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Pocatello swore in its first new mayor in over a decade in January – Mayor Mark Dahlquist. As he approaches six months in office, Dahlquist gave insight into some of the biggest challenges Pocatello is facing today and his plans to improve the city.

From the beginning of his term, the mayor has been focused on city improvements in many areas, including economic development.

“We want our children and grandchildren to keep living here, to have a place where they can have a career and grow their career,” Mayor Dahlquist said. “With economic development, there’s a lot there we’ve been focusing on.”

He said the city has a larger advisory board with Portneuf Valley Development, including new hire Jamie Gilliam as executive director. The revitalization of Portneuf Valley Development is one of the mayor’s most exciting accomplishments in his first months in office.

LA Semiconductor Receivership

On April 10, LA Semiconductor, a major employer in Pocatello, let go the first wave of employees from the company. On May 1, the second round of layoffs ensued, causing 342 total employees to lose their jobs. The layoffs came as a result of a contract dispute between two semiconductor companies, and LA Semiconductor was placed into a receivership in December 2024.

In April, Mayor Dahlquist expressed his support for the viability of the facility, stating that Pocatello stands by to help in any way as the comapny searched for a buyer. Now, he stands by that statement.

“We’re not sitting by idle as a city, just watching and waiting to see what the outcome of LA Semiconductor is, that’s a really important employer and potential growing employer for Pocatello,” Mayor Dahlquist said. “I think some good things are happening now that we’re past this receivership process. That’s a really important industry and we need to get it up and running.”

He added the city is rolling up their sleeves to be a resource for them by guiding them to tax incentives the state offers. He remains optimistic for a good outcome at LA Semiconductor.

The Potential for an AI Data Center

Lex Developments, an Arizona-based company, applied for a conditional use permit from the City of Pocatello to build an AI Data Center at the old Hoku plant. At a public hearing for the issue, hundreds of people showed up to City Hall to voice their opinions against building a center in the city. After being denied the CUP, the developer has appealed the decision, leaving the issue as a pending topic for both residents and the City of Pocatello.

The mayor commented on this as the most important issue to residents during his first half-year in office. Residents have asked to meet with the mayor personally to talk about the consequences and benefits of building an AI data center.

“This issue is not going to go away,” Mayor Dahlquist said. “We need to be one of the communities that’s proactive and that we address new technologies like data centers in our code. We’ve got to have code where the city is more in control. The city with citizen input sees where we need to go and where we need to tweak our land use policies.”

Currently, the mayor said the land use policy in the city code is vague and fails to address data centers. As this is a new and developing proposal, the city is attempting to stay efficient with updating city code to accomodate new technology.

“The big lesson with this is that this issue won’t go away and we need to be proactive, we need to study our land use policy so we’re prepared in the future to give this the right look,” he said.

Prior to taking office, Mayor Dahlquist thought of AI as a tool the city could potentially use to streamline processes and make work more efficient. He didn’t expect for the prospect of a data center to evolve so quickly from an out-of-state developer. Now, the mayor and council are working to be prepared for similar situations in the future to not be caught off guard by new development proposals.

Beautification, Curb Appeal and Yard Sale Restrictions

One of the mayor’s main focuses since his campaign is curb appeal for the city of Pocatello. The beautification process remains a top priority for the council members as well.

“We’re out there doing the little things that make a difference, I’m really pleased with the green spaces and the areas around town and like parks and things that the city owns that they’re really elevating,” Mayor Dahlquist said.

He added that community entrances are extremely important and have been underwhelming for years. In particular, the Clark Street interchange is where students and families often come into the community for the first time to reach Idaho State University. Rebranding and making sure the “wow factor” is present right when people enter the city is part of the council’s curb appeal planning.

Part of curb appeal means encouraging residents to follow city code. Two weeks ago, the city posted on Facebook about the city code for only hosting two yard sales per year. This post sparked negative comments online, with residents claiming yard sales are extremely important to the community.

It’s important to make clear this is not a new city code restriction; the yard sale limitations have been in place since the 1980’s, however, drawing attention to them during the summer season caused controversy.

“We’re definitely not against free enterprise,” Mayor Dahlquist confirmed. “But sometimes, when there’s these ongoing garage sales and you live next door and there’s traffic and people and clutter in the yard…I think we were trying to address it from that perspective that sometimes we just need to be courteous of our neighbors.”

Mayor Dahlquist added that when residents are aware of city code, there is an over 90% compliance rate, so they are not concerned about rule enforcement.

“We’re not in the mode right now where we’re going to drive around and take addressed and count your yard sales,” he said. “We just are hoping for some self compliance there for reasons that it does affect your neighborhood, sometimes negatively.”

Budgeting and Money Priorities

Mayor Dahlquist brought up the budgeting process, which the council is nearing the end of, and the difficult decisions the city is making. He said the city has had to be very strategic and tight with their budget cuts and setting money aside for separate projects.

“I think we need to take a strategic look at the services we’re offering, and rather than going line by line, I’m excited that there’s the wherewithal right now where we can look at some systemic changes with the city,” he said. “For example, is there a service out there that’s maybe not efficient and is a real money drainer for the city? I think we have to take a tough look at those and decide if that’s the way we’re going to go forward.”

The City of Pocatello has several “big city services,” meaning things like the library, zoo, transit systems and the functioning airport. For a smaller city like Pocatello, these services are heavily funded for a larger community, and the Gate City runs on a “small city budget.” Because of that inconsistency, the Mayor is interested in carefully examining each service offered for budgeting purposes.

He said the residential input is crucial in making city decisions. “We’ve talked about some surveying by an outside company to get accurate data where we look at these services against the cost so that we’ve got the public involved to help us determine the best way forward,” Mayor Dahlquist said.

The Mayor called these “tough decisions” for his next six months in office, however they take priority.

Keeping Pocatello Green and Healthy

The mayor emphasized that Pocatello is a green community and a place people enjoy living because of the outdoor recreation.

“We are a mountain community, we’re blessed with great terrain around us,” Mayor Dahlquist said. “We can get dragged down by the negativity sometimes, but I’m feeling more of a sense of optimism.”

The City has adopted the Parks and Recreation Open Space Trails Plan in further efforts to maintain the recreational feeling of Pocatello.

“The quality of life is really important, open space and recreation, that’s what makes our community so great, the parks and open spaces,” he said. “Moving forward, we know that’s really important for members of the community to retain that good quality of life that Pocatello has.”

He added that he believes the city is on a good trajectory to balance the quality of life with the growth and sustainably job market to keep new graduates in town.

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POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Wildlife officials are urging southeastern Idaho residents to exercise caution after a bat in Bannock County tested positive for rabies, and a raccoon in Pocatello tested positive for canine distemper.

Idaho Fish and Game and Southeastern Idaho Public Health are tracking the cases and are encouraging people to be aware and know the best practices for dealing with sick or unusually bold wildlife.

Bats and Rabies: What to Watch For

Bats will typically be seen near water or lamps to feed on insects, or occasionally to roost in a location like a building, tree, on patio furniture or a woodpile. In May, Southeastern Idaho Public Health announced it tested a bat positive for rabies, which officials say isn’t uncommon.

“We know that bats can get rabies and once they contract the virus, they are going to die from it, so people should not be alarmed,” said Tessa Atwood, volunteer services coordinator with Idaho Fish and Game. “They’re not perpetual carriers of the virus so it shouldn’t be any kind of fright for people.”

Most of the time, Fish and Game says a bat roosting outside somewhere can be left alone and it will move on within a few hours. However, if the bat is in a vulnerable position where it may have contact with people or pets, there are safe guidelines for moving the bat.

“You should never handle one without gloves, preferably leather gloves. You should have long sleeves and long pants on,” Atwood said. “When you capture it, you can place a small paper box, or a bucket or something like that over the top of it and then slide a piece of cardboard underneath, and then just kind of move it out of the way, to a better location.”

Atwood said people are welcome to call the Fish and Game regional office with concerns, however, if the animal isn’t going to cause any harm to people or pets, they’ll probably suggest they leave it alone. If there has been direct contact with the bat or a suspected contact, it’s best to call your physician.

“If you have a bat in your home and you suspect that a person in the home or a pet has come in contact with the bat, that can be by a scratch or if somebody in the home was asleep and they’re just unaware of maybe they had contact, it’s good to contact your physician or your local health department,” Atwood said.

She added that a physician will give guidance on how to move forward and may ask the person to collect the bat for sampling. In order to test for rabies, they need the specimen. If you come across a bat that looks sick, injured, weak or lethargic, Fish and Game can give you guidance on what to do next. If you’re suspicious of your pet coming in contact with a bat, it’s best to call their veterinarian.

“It’s really common for cats to come and want to show off a bat they caught outside. We would advise that you contact your veterinarian immediately if a situation like that happens and keep up on your pet vaccinations for distemper and rabies,” Atwood said.

Distemper Outbreak in Local Raccoons

Fish and Game has also received multiple calls over the past several weeks regarding raccoons in the area acting sick and lethargic, even appearing in broad daylight. They said more carcasses are being sent out for testing.

“The best prevention is to keep your animals on a leash, keep them up to date with their vaccinations, and keep things like pet food and bird feeders cleaned up for a few weeks,” Atwood advised.

Officials say if people see a raccoon while hiking the trails around Pocatello and Chubbuck or out in a nature area, it’s best to give the animal space. However, if it’s in a backyard and residents are worried about letting their pets outside, Fish and Game can help.

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Hadley Bodell

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello hosted the “Meet the Robot” open house, where visitors could see and use the Da Vinci 5 medical robot. The robot is used in surgeries, particularly for hernias and abdominal operations. Children and people of all ages were able to cosplay as a surgeon and operate on plastic pieces, emulating a surgery.

“It’s interesting because if you’re looking at a crane and you want to operate it, you’re looking at a cool device and want to use it, we never really get a chance to,” said Dr. Jorge, a general and trauma surgeon at Portneuf. “This is the time that you can see how the robot works and take out the fear of having robotic surgery because we control the robot, and then patients and families have a chance to actually use it and see how it works.”

The robot used for the event is a demo robot, not the one used in the operating room at Portneuf, to ensure the community doesn’t come in contact with OR equipment.

The surgeons at Portneuf gave a presentation about the robot and how it helps with efficiency and recovery for operations. The optics on the robot are better than the naked human eye. Dr. Jorge showed the audience the writing on a five-dollar bill using the robotic optics broadcast onto a screen.

People could maneuver the different tools the robot has, placing tiny elastics on plastic mountains and unwrapping candies. By placing fingers into the VR-type operating hand-holds, the arms and tools on the robot become one with the surgeon’s movements.

“It’s a very unique thing that not a lot of other professions get to do, especially being able to practice on it,” Dr Jorge said.

Dr. Roberts explained that up-and-coming surgeons complete a full training certification to use the Da Vinci 5, the latest technology for these kinds of surgeries. Roberts has been to the headquarters in California to receive training later in his career. He also said the robot has overall decreased costs for the hospital, as patients are leaving sooner and not returning with complications after surgery.

The amount of robotic surgeries being done in the United States is increasing rapidly, but the fear around them remains. Events like these, where the OR is opened up to the public, can help ease fears people have and show them the surgeon is always in control; the robot cannot operate on its own.

“It’s important we try to minimize the gap in knowledge between the community and us,” Dr. Jorge said. “We need to let them know it’s a great tool, but we are in control of that tool to make your procedure safer, better, with less pain and an earlier return to work, all of that.”

Portneuf Medical Center says that connecting with the community is an important piece of their mission.

“We love inviting community members to our campus to meet our team of experts, learn about the services we offer, and see the technology we use,” said Katie Damron Quayle, director of marketing at Portneuf Medical Center. “We strive to provide attendees with memorable experiences, and our Meet the Robot event achieved that by allowing people of all ages in the community an opportunity to interface with our surgeons and have a rare, hands-on experience with a surgical robot.”

For future community events similar to Meet the Robot, follow Portneuf Medical Center on Facebook.

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UPDATE: Thursday, July 2nd

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) — Fire crews from local, state, and federal agencies successfully contained a fast-moving, wind-driven wildfire in the foothills southeast of Ammon on Wednesday afternoon. While emergency personnel are finishing up operations around the perimeter, law enforcement and fire officials warn that the region is still not out of the woods yet.

The blaze began around 2:00 p.m. on July 1st in the Henry Creek area near Packbridge Lane, and burned around 100 acres of brush and grass. Fortunately, officials confirmed that no structures were damaged and no injuries were reported.

According to Hayli Egbert, Public Information Officer for the Idaho Falls Fire Department, IFFD was first to arrive on the scene. Battalion Chief 1 established command as firefighters began an aggressive fire attack. As additional resources arrived, IFFD transitioned into a unified command alongside Bonneville County Fire District No. 1 and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

Despite challenging, wind-driven conditions, Egbert says firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire through a coordinated response.

“The successful containment of the fire was made possible through the efforts of local, state and federal firefighting partners, whose rapid response prevented further spread despite difficult fire conditions,” stated Egbert.

Crews stayed on-scene through the night to extinguish hot spots and prevent any rekindling. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation by a BLM fire investigator.

UPDATE:

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) — Fire crews from multiple agencies have successfully contained a nearly 30-acre wildfire in the foothills southeast of Ammon. While emergency personnel are finishing up operations around the perimeter, law enforcement and fire officials warn that the region is still not out of the woods yet.

Sgt. Lovell of the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office stresses that fire danger in the area is still very high despite recent rainstorms, as proven by today’s incident.

” With the 4th of July approaching and throughout the summer, Emergency Personnel stress the importance of being safe with fireworks and avoid lighting them anywhere close to open fields, dry grasses, or uninhabited areas,” stated Lovell in a news release. ” Always have water and extinguishing equipment nearby, and place used fireworks in a bucket of water before discarding them.”

Fortunately, officials confirmed that no structures were damaged and no injuries were reported.

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office also extended its thanks to the public for cooperating and avoided the area during the height of the firefighting efforts.

ORIGINAL:

AMMON, Idaho — Local emergency crews are currently on the scene of a grass fire burning in the foothills southeast of Ammon. While the immediate threat to nearby homes is currently limited, law enforcement stresses that unnecessary traffic is hindering firefighting efforts.

Multiple units are currently on the scene. According to Hayli Egbert, Public Information Officer for the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD), an IFFD Battalion Chief is in command as their crews work with the Bonneville County Fire District and BLM to combat the blaze.

“Crews are getting a handle on the fire, and there are units positioned for structure protection as a precaution,” said Egbert.

According to the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office, a large plume of smoke visible across the region has attracted a significant amount of unnecessary traffic, blocking narrow roads and preventing large fire apparatus from accessing the area of the blaze.

In a press release, Sgt. Bryan Lovell with the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office directed anyone “who doesn’t need to be in the area of 65th S. and Highwillow Ln./Packbridge Ln. and East of 45th E at Ledgerock Drive (Upper Southeast area of Comore Loma Subdivision)” to avoid the area to prevent operations from being hindered. 

This is a developing story. Local News 8 will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.

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Stephanie Lucas

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A man wanted in connection with a robbery in Meridian was arrested in Idaho Falls after being tracked down by U.S. Marshals and lolcal law enforcement agencies.

Francisco Salazar was wanted in connection with a March 16, 2026 robbery that happened at a Meridian, Idaho residence, where a firearm was allegedly stolen.

A warrant for Salazar’s arrest was issued in Ada County on May 7th. On May 11th. the Meridian Police Department forwarded the arrest warrant to the U.S. Marshal Service for investigation after an invesitgation found Salazar had fled the Treasure Valley area.

On June 29th, the U.S. Marshals Task Force received a tip about Salazar’s location in the IdahoFalls area. The U.S. Marshal Service maintains a network of agencies throughout the State of Idaho asmembers of the Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force. They were able to cooperate with task force members from the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Chubbuck Police Department, Rexburg Police Department, and the Idaho Falls Police Department to locate Salazar.

On June 30th, task force members went to a residential area of Idaho Falls, where they positively identified Salazar and were able to follow him to an unoccupied area near the Ammon Walmart, where they were able to successfully arrest Salazar.

Although task force members detected that SALAZAR may imminently flee on foot, they deployed a distraction device, which successfully de-escalated the situation and allowed the suspect to be taken into custody safely.

The Boise location of the U.S. Marshal Service Greater Idaho Fugitive Task Force is part of a state-widecooperative to locate and arrest violent state and federal fugitives. Member agencies in the TreasureValley area Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Caldwell Police Department, Nampa Police Department, andthe U.S. Bureau of Land Management.

Anyone with information on wanted fugitives is urged to contact the nearest U.S. Marshals office, theU.S. Marshal Service Communication Center at 1-800-336-0102, or USMS Tips atwww.usmarshals.gov/tips.

Additional information about the U.S. Marshals Service can be found at http://www.usmarshals.go

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