Crime

Man who allegedly brandished firearm near Boise State arrested Thursday night

A man was arrested near Boise State University on Thursday night after allegedly brandishing a firearm.

The incident happened on South La Point Street at just before 8 p.m.

According to Boise Police Department spokesperson Haley Williams, officers arrested 25-year-old Alex Guerrero on a misdemeanor charge of exhibiting a deadly weapon in an angry or threatening manner, after witnesses told police that Guerrero allegedly showed a firearm after getting into an argument with a neighbor.

A Bronco Alert, a message sent via text or phone warning people that a possibly dangerous situation is taking place, was sent to students and staff.

This story was originally published February 7, 2019 at 10:20 PM.

Michael Katz
Idaho Statesman
Michael Katz covers breaking news at the Idaho Statesman. He attended the University of Southern California and grew up in Pasadena, California.
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