Full Notification

Officers with the Pocatello Police Department and staff from assisting agencies are continuing their investigation at Downard Funeral Home and Crematory.
 
Some of the bodies have been positively identified and are now in the custody of local funeral homes. Staff from the funeral homes will attempt to contact the next of kin.
 
Bodies that have not been identified have been removed from the building and are now in the custody of the Bannock County Coroner. Officers will continue attempting to identify the remaining deceased. At this time, officers are still working to determine the total number of deceased in the building.
 
We understand the concerns and frustrations of the families of the deceased during this time and thank them for their patience while officers work to complete the investigation.
 
If family members have questions or concerns, please appoint one point of contact to call the Pocatello Police Department at 208-234-6100 and leave a name and phone number. Officers will return their call when more information is available.