Crime

Boise police respond to reported gunfire, then arrest 3 on unrelated charges

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The Boise Police Department responded to reports of gunfire, a department spokesperson confirmed.

Spokesperson Haley Williams told the Idaho Statesman by text that:

olice responded to the area of South 5th and West Grove streets downtown at about 1:45 a.m. Saturday after nearby officers heard at least one shot fired. Boise police quickly located evidence that a gun had been fired.

After speaking to witnesses, officers located a vehicle that may have been involved and contacted the owner. After the investigation, officers arrested three suspects in the vehicle on unrelated charges. A firearm was recovered.

Police didn’t find anyone injured at the scene or any property damage.

This story was originally published January 22, 2022 at 12:29 PM.

Alex Brizee
Idaho Statesman
Alex Brizee covers criminal justice for the Idaho Statesman. A Miami native and a University of Idaho graduate, she has lived all over the United States. Go Vandals! In her free time, she loves pad Thai, cuddling with her dog and strong coffee. Support my work with a digital subscription
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