Man dies during U.S. 95 crash

GARWOOD — A 58-year-old Athol man died this morning during a collision on U.S. 95 north of Hayden.

According to Idaho State Police, Gary C. Knoblich was driving a silver 2000 Toyota Tacoma pickup southbound just south of the Chilco Road exit when he attempted to pull from the shoulder at approximately 5:47 a.m.

The pickup was struck by a southbound white 2015 International semi driven by Ryan B. Crabtree, 35, Athol.

Knoblich, who was not wearing a seatbelt, died at the scene. Crabtree, who was hearing his seatbelt, was not injured.

According to ISP, Crabtree moved into the left passing lane to allow Knoblich to enter the driving lane. However, Knoblich continued across both southbound lanes and onto an emergency-authorized-vehicle-only crossover. Crabtree attempted to avoid the collision by slamming on his brakrs, but was unable to stop and struck the drivers' side of the pickup.

An investigation continues.