WENDELL, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — A fatal crash near Wendell claimed a man’s life Tuesday afternoon.

The crash occurred at 4:40 p.m. Tuesday at 3084 S 1700 E, just south of Wendell, according to Idaho State Police .

A 22-year-old man, from Wendell, was speeding northbound on S 1700 E Rd. when he lost control and drove off the road, hitting a power pole. The driver was not wearing his seatbelt and died at the scene.

All lanes on S 1700 E were blocked for over eight hours while the scene was cleared and utilities were repaired.

The accident is still under investigation by ISP.

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