3 motorcyclists from Colorado killed in crash in Idaho, driver arrested

Three motorcyclists from Colorado, including two Larimer County deputies, were killed in a deadly crash in Idaho and the suspect driver who was arrested is also from Colorado. According to the Idaho State Police, the crash happened about 4 p.m. Tuesday on U.S. Highway 12, east of Kooskia. 

The preliminary investigation indicates a 2019 Ford F-150 was traveling westbound on the highway when the driver attempted to pass another vehicle in a marked no-passing zone. That's when investigators said the pickup crossed the double yellow centerline and collided with three motorcyclists who were traveling eastbound. 

All three motorcyclists suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. They were all from Colorado and have been identified as Ethan Powers, 35, of Timnath, Jeremy Coleman, 45, of Berthoud, and Nathan McCormick, 26, of Loveland by the Idaho County Coroner's Office.

Coleman was a sergeant and Powers worked as a deputy for the Larimer County Sheriff's Office. McCormick was Coleman's son-in-law, according to the Colorado Fraternal Order of Police. 

Investigators said the female driver of the Ford, Neale Brewer, 60, is from Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was rushed to the hospital for medical evaluation and then arrested and booked into the Idaho County Jail. 

According to court records, Brewer is facing three felony counts of vehicular manslaughter. Her next court appearance has been scheduled for June 25. She remains in custody on $1 million bond. 

State police said the highway was closed for nearly seven hours during the crash investigation and cleanup. Kooskia is located about four hours from Boise. 

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office released a statement about the deadly crash, which read, in part, "There are no good words in a situation like this. Put simply, these were incredible people who dedicated their lives to making Larimer County better every single day. They trained hard, they served well, and they loved life. As we walk the long and winding path of grief alongside their families, our resolve is stronger than ever."

The Colorado Fraternal Order of Police released a statement about the passing of Coleman and Powers which read, in part, "The law enforcement profession is built on service, sacrifice, and commitment to others. Sgt. Coleman and Deputy Powers dedicated their lives to protecting their community, and their impact will continue to be felt by those who had the privilege of serving alongside them."