UPDATE (6:25 p.m.)
In a brief news conference, Emma Iannacone, the public information officer, said authorities are still working to secure the scene. She also said updated information on the status of the shooting victims is not yet available.
UPDATE (6 p.m.):
The following is a news release from the Power County Sheriff’s Office.
The Power County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident in the area of Batiste and Tank Farm Road.
At approximately 2:38 p.m., dispatch received reports of three people shot on Tank Farm Road in north Power County. Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after.
At this time, Tank Farm Road is closed between Rowland Lane and Siphon Road. Residents and commuters are strictly advised to avoid the area to allow law enforcement and emergency medical services to work unimpeded.
“Our priority right now is securing the scene and ensuring the safety of the surrounding neighborhood,” said Power County Sheriff Kasey Kendall. “We ask for the public’s patience and cooperation as we begin the preliminary investigation.”
The investigation is in its early stages. Further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting will be released as they become available.
Power County Sheriff’s Office is being assisted by the Bannock County and Bingham County sheriff’s offices; Pocatello, American Falls and Idaho State Police; and Portneuf Air Rescue. Pocatello, Fort Hall and Power County are providing EMS and ambulance services.
UPDATE (5:20 p.m.):
Three people have been shot near Pocatello.
Emma Iannacone, public information officer for Bannock County, held a press briefing near Interstate 86 just after 5 p.m. An emergency call came in at approximately 2:38 p.m. for a report of three people being shot in the area of North Tank Road.
WATCH: Police arrive on the scene of a shooting near Pocatello
At this time, Iannacone cannot confirm any fatalities or arrests.
When asked by EastIdahoNews.com if she could confirm if there is a suspect at large, she said, “we’re keeping the scene active while we account for everyone.
“Right now, it’s an active scene, and so we’re asking the public to stay away out of an abundance of caution,” Iannocone said.
The area of the shooting is in south Power County, but they’re being assisted by numerous agencies, including Bannock and Bingham County Sheriff’s Office, the Pocatello and American Falls Police departments and Idaho State Police. Also, Portneuf Air Rescue as well as Pocatello, Fort Hall and Power County Ambulance are assisting in the response.
Original story:
Police are at the scene of a shooting on outside of Pocatello.
Multiple officers from different agencies are responding to the shooting on Tank Farm Road, around a mile north of Interstate 86 and the Simplot plant. The Bannock County Sheriff’s Office sent out an emergency alert.
“STAY AWAY from the area and use alternate routes. If you are in the immediate vicinity, stay indoors,” the alert says.
The massive police response is near two structures, which look to be workshops. The two buildings are around 250 yards away from each other. There are also several homes in the immediate vicinity.
A helicopter that had been circling the area has landed in a nearby field.
It’s unknown how many people were shot or if a suspect has been detained.
In addition to the helicopter, various armored vehicles are at the scene.
EastIdahoNews.com has a crew there. We will update this breaking news story as we learn more information.
Report by Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com
