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The Independent
19-05-2025
- The Independent
All six tourists killed in fiery Yellowstone crash named by police
All six Chinese and Italian tourists who were killed when a pickup truck collided with their van in a fiery crash earlier this month have been named. Seven people - including the pickup truck driver - were killed in the crash on a highway near Henry's Lake State Park in eastern Idaho as the tour group headed to Yellowstone National Park. In a statement on Friday, Idaho State Police said Jian Shi, 56, of Shanghai and Xiaoming Jiang, 66, of Guilin, China, died from the May 1 crash along with Ivana Wen, 28, of Milan. Two of the deceased travelers were California residents: Li Nie, 64, and Aifeng Wan, 53, both of Arcadia. The van's 30-year-old driver Yu Zhang, of Eastvale, California, was also killed. There were 14 people in the van, of the 13 passengers, 12 had Chinese nationality and one was Italian, police said. Survivors were taken to nearby hospitals with injuries. The truck's driver also died. Authorities earlier identified him as Isaih Moreno of Humble, Texas. Investigators determined that the Dodge Ram driven by Moreno crossed the center line and collided with the Mercedes van driven by Zhang. Police said they were continuing to investigate why the truck crossed the center line. The highway where the crash happened south of West Yellowstone, Montana, offers a way to get between Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons in the spring before a north-south route is plowed and the park fully opens for summer. Yellowstone is one of the largest national parks in the U.S. and draws millions of visitors each year. It is home to the iconic geyser Old Faithful and has wolves, bison and more than 50 other mammal species. It's primarily located in Wyoming but it also extends in parts of Montana and Idaho. Seventeen percent of Yellowstone's visitors came from other countries in 2016, according to a park visitor use study with the most recent comprehensive data available. Of international visitors, 34 percent came from China and 11 percent from Italy.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
Police Release New Details and Names of 7 Tourists Killed in Crash Near Yellowstone National Park
Police released the names of the seven people killed in the two-vehicle crash near Yellowstone National Park on May 1 The deceased included visitors from China and Italy Investigators determined that 'the Dodge Ram pickup crossed the center line and collided with the eastbound Mercedes van'Authorities have shared new details tied to the incident when seven people were killed after a tour van and a pickup truck crashed near Yellowstone National Park. On Friday, May 16, the Idaho State Police (ISP) revealed the names and origin countries of the individuals who died in the May 1 crash, which happened just before 7:15 p.m. on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry's Lake State Park — about 16 miles west of Yellowstone. Police previously said the van was carrying 14 people, and the truck's driver was alone. Six of the van passengers and the truck driver died. The deceased ranged in ages from 28 to 71. They have been identified as 28-year-old Ivana Wen from Milan, Italy; 71-year-old Jianping Li from Guangxi, China; 66-year-old Xiaoming Jiang from Guilin in the Guangxi Province of China; 64-year-old Li Nie and 53-year-old Aifeng Wan, both from Arcadia, Calif.; 30-year-old Yu Zhang of Eastvale, Calif., who was identified as the tour van's driver; and 25-year-old Isaih Moreno of Humble, Texas, who was identified as the driver of the truck. The ISP said that investigators determined, based on the initial evidence they gathered, that 'the Dodge Ram pickup crossed the center line and collided with the eastbound Mercedes van.' Police added that the 'reason for the pickup's movement' is still under investigation, and investigators are doing 'crash reconstruction and additional testing.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In a statement, Idaho State Police Captain Chris Weadick said authorities were 'deeply grateful' to a 'passerby' who 'stopped to help and Sheriff Bart Quayle and his deputies from Fremont County who responded immediately.' He added, 'Their quick actions undoubtedly saved lives.' 'This is what law enforcement looks like in Idaho—we work together when it matters most,' Weadick continued. 'We want to thank Fremont County EMS and Fire, many of whom are volunteers, for their quick deployment, arrival, and critical role in triaging and assisting the wounded. Their response made a significant difference in the immediate aftermath.' '.Given the dynamic nature of the crash, the number of casualties, and the involvement of foreign nationals, this has been a highly complex investigation,' he also stated. 'We appreciate the public's patience and understanding as we've worked to confirm facts and provide verified information.' Roger Merrill had been driving home and witnessed the scene shortly after the crash occurred, he told the Associated Press. He took a video of the collision's aftermath, showing smoke covering the van and both vehicles engulfed in flames, and waited for first responders to arrive as bystanders attempted to care for the victims. "It is a very dangerous highway because it leads to the main entrance of Yellowstone National Park. It's extremely busy," he said, adding, "It took an unnervingly long time for help to arrive just because of the location." Read the original article on People
South China Morning Post
17-05-2025
- South China Morning Post
US police name Chinese and Italian tourists killed in Yellowstone crash
US police on Friday released the names of six Chinese and Italian tourists killed when a pickup truck collided with their van in a fiery crash near Yellowstone National Park on May 1. Idaho State Police said Jian Shi, 56, of Shanghai and Xiaoming Jiang, 66, of Guilin, China, died from the May 1 crash along with Ivana Wen, 28, of Milan. Two of the deceased travellers were California residents: Li Nie, 64, and Aifeng Wan, 53, both of Arcadia. The van's 30-year-old driver Yu Zhang, of Eastvale, California, was also killed. There were 14 people in the van. Of the 13 passengers, 12 had Chinese nationality and one was Italian , police said. Survivors were taken to nearby hospitals with injuries. The truck's driver also died. Authorities earlier identified him as Isaih Moreno of Humble, Texas. The driver of the pickup truck also died in the crash at Henry's Lake State Park in eastern Idaho on May 1. Photo: AP Investigators determined the Dodge Ram driven by Moreno crossed the centre line and collided with the Mercedes van driven by Zhang. Police said they were continuing to investigate why the truck crossed the centre line.
Washington Post
16-05-2025
- Washington Post
Idaho police release the names of 6 tourists killed in Yellowstone crash
BOISE, Idaho — Idaho police on Friday released the names of six Chinese and Italian tourists killed when a pickup truck collided with their van in a fiery crash near Yellowstone National Park earlier this month. Idaho State Police said Jian Shi, 56, of Shanghai and Xiaoming Jiang, 66, of Guilin, China, died from the May 1 crash along with Ivana Wen, 28, of Milan.
Associated Press
16-05-2025
- Associated Press
Idaho police release the names of 6 tourists killed in Yellowstone crash
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho police on Friday released the names of six Chinese and Italian tourists killed when a pickup truck collided with their van in a fiery crash near Yellowstone National Park earlier this month. Idaho State Police said Jian Shi, 56, of Shanghai and Xiaoming Jiang, 66, of Guilin, China, died from the May 1 crash along with Ivana Wen, 28, of Milan. Two of the deceased travelers were California residents: Li Nie, 64, and Aifeng Wan, 53, both of Arcadia. The van's 30-year-old driver Yu Zhang, of Eastvale, California, was also killed. There were 14 people in the van. Of the 13 passengers, 12 had Chinese nationality and one was Italian, police said. Survivors were taken to nearby hospitals with injuries. The truck's driver also died. Authorities earlier identified him as Isaih Moreno of Humble, Texas. Investigators determined the Dodge Ram driven by Moreno crossed the center line and collided with the Mercedes van driven by Zhang. Police said they were continuing to investigate why the truck crossed the center line. The highway where the crash happened south of West Yellowstone, Montana, offers a way to get between Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons in the spring before a north-south route is plowed and the park fully opens for summer. Yellowstone is one of the largest national parks in the U.S. and draws millions of visitors each year. It is home to the iconic geyser Old Faithful and has wolves, bison and more than 50 other mammal species. It's primarily located in Wyoming but it also extends in parts of Montana and Idaho. Seventeen percent of Yellowstone's visitors came from other countries in 2016, according to a park visitor use study with the most recent comprehensive data available. Of international visitors, 34% came from China and 11% from Italy.
