An Idaho family of four has died after their truck crashed into an oncoming train at a railroad crossing after the driver “failed to yield.”
The Canyon County Coroner’s Office has identified Benjamin Maupin, 38, wife Kapri Maupin, 35, and their two children, Kayden Maupin, 17, and Ryder Maupin, 11, as the victims.
Idaho State Police said the family was traveling in a Chevrolet Silverado on a private road that intersected a railroad crossing in Canyon County when Benjamin “failed to yield” and crashed into the high-speed train.
A failure to deliver offence occurs when the at-fault driver causes an accident after failing to stop for another driver or pedestrian going in the right direction.
According to KTVB7the crash happened near US-20 at mile marker 17 in Canyon County.
The Canyon County Coroner’s Office has identified Benjamin Maupin, 38, wife Kapri Maupin, 35, and their two children, Kayden Maupin, 17, and Ryder Maupin, 11, as the victims
Idaho State Police said the foursome were traveling in a Chevrolet Silverado on a private road that intersected a railroad crossing in Canyon County when Benjamin “failed to yield” and crashed into the high-speed train.
The crash reportedly happened near US-20 at milepost 17 in Canyon County
The coroner’s office has labeled the crash an accident that “has cast a pall over the region, leading to an outpouring of condolences and support from the community.”
Canyon County Coroner Jennifer Crawford went on to say in the news release that the event was a reminder of the importance of “obeying the rules of the road.”
“This event is a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to the rules of the road and exercising caution when navigating level crossings.
“Our thoughts go out to the families and loved ones affected by this heartbreaking loss,” Crawford said.
The couple jointly owned a 200-person historic event center for weddings and private parties in Nampa called Mint Barrel Barn Event Center.
The coroner’s office has labeled the crash an accident that “has cast a pall of gloom over the region, prompting an outpouring of condolences and support from the community.”
Canyon County Coroner Jennifer Crawford went on to say in the press release that the event was a reminder of the importance of “obeying the rules of the road.”
The couple jointly owned a historic 200-person event center for weddings and private parties in Nampa called Mint Barrel Barn Event Center.
Reina, a member of the company that has now acquired the company, posted a tribute on Facebook
Reina, a member of the company that has now acquired the company, posted a tribute on Facebook.
The new owner wrote: “It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of Ben and Kapri Maupin, owners of the Mint Barrel Barn, and their two beautiful children, Kayden and Ryder Maupin.
‘After many years of planning, renovating and hard work, together they have made the barn what it is today.
“Our hearts are forever broken and we will never be the same, but we will continue with all planned events, tours and future events, just as Kapri and her family would want.
“My name is Reina and I have been blessed to work alongside Kapri for almost two years, even though it feels like I have known her a lifetime.
‘I will be taking over the operations of the location and I am so honored to be able to do this for my dear friend and her family.
“I have some pretty big shoes to fill, but I will do my very best to make Kapri proud,” the post read.
‘After many years of planning, renovating and hard work, together they have made the barn what it is today. Our hearts are forever broken and we will never be the same, but we will continue with all planned events, tours and future events, just as Kapri and her family would want,” the barn’s new owner wrote.
In 2006, Kapri’s family purchased the barn and used it as “a warm and memorable gathering space for numerous events” for friends in the family.
Kapri began renovating and restoring the building in 2018 so that ‘more people can experience history’
According to the event center websitethe gambrel style barn built in 1910 and used for a time as a mint.
In 2006, Kapri’s family purchased the barn and used it as “a warm and memorable gathering space for numerous events” for friends in the family.
Kapri started renovating and restoring the building in 2018, so that ‘more people can experience history’.
Idaho State Police are still investigating the crash.