More Than 20 Shots Fired in Downtown Boise After Group Fight; 17-Year-Old Arrested, No Injuries
BOISE, Idaho — Boise police responded to reports of shots fired near Main Street and 8th Street in downtown Boise at about 2:13 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, the Boise Police Department said. Based on preliminary information, officers believe more than 20 shots were fired after a verbal and physical altercation between two groups at Grove Plaza. Several surrounding buildings were struck by gunfire, and no injuries were reported.
Officers detained several individuals at the scene. A 17-year-old male was arrested and booked into the Ada County Juvenile Detention Center on charges of aggravated assault and unlawful discharge of a firearm into a dwelling, police said. The charges remain allegations pending court proceedings.
Police said the investigation is ongoing, including into possible gang affiliations. Anyone with additional information or video footage is asked to contact Ada County Dispatch at 208-377-6790.
Sources: Boise Police Department and City of Boise; Idaho News 6 (KIVI), October 17
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