Federal Trial of Sarah George Moves to January
Prosecutors added roughly 54,000 pages of discovery, prompting the defense to request more time before the Boise trial begins.
Boise Crime News
This page covers criminal activity, law enforcement actions and judicial proceedings in Boise. Reporting follows incidents as they emerge, police responses and the legal process through the courts.
Accidents
Boise Man Dies Following Interstate 84 Crash
A 29-year-old Caldwell man has died after his vehicle struck a median on westbound Interstate 84.
Violence
Boise Man Sentenced to Life for Fatal Stabbing
A district judge ordered Eliseo Torres to serve a life prison term for the 2024 killing of Nick Tenney.
Financial Crime
Live Poll
Do you believe strict prison sentences are the most effective way to address repeat firearm offenders?
Judge Sentences Boise Man for Illegal Gun Possession
Anthony Buhler received a five-year prison sentence following the discovery of 51 firearms at his home.
Property Crime
Live Poll
Do you trust local remodeling contractors in your area to finish projects they are paid for?
Boise Police Arrest Owner of Ethical Remodeling
Toby Tibbitts faces felony charges following an investigation into uncompleted home siding projects.
Crime — General
Live Poll
Do you support the use of drones by local police to conduct arrests in your area?
Deputies Arrest Fugitive at Boise Residence
Authorities apprehended 49-year-old Cory Bischoff following a search involving drone technology and K9 units.
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Regular subjects here include investigations into criminal acts, departmental policies, courthouse proceedings and community safety initiatives. Reporting spans the city and the jurisdictions that border it. Trends in incident rates often track with shifting economic conditions or seasonal changes in activity. Ongoing debates over staffing and resource allocation remain the most common factor shaping how officials respond to public safety demands.