Authorities in Idaho have arrested two suspects involved in an ambush that led to the shooting of three officers in Boise. The incident unfolded as prisoner Skylar Meade was being transferred to a van from a hospital, during which Nicholas Umphenour allegedly opened fire and shot two officers. Another officer was wounded by a responding officer during the chaos.
Boise Police Chief Ron Winegar confirmed that Skylar Meade and Nicholas Umphenour were apprehended in Twin Falls, Idaho, following a brief pursuit. The suspects’ Honda Accord was located near Leland, Idaho, aiding in their capture. The arrests come as a relief to law enforcement agencies and the community, which were on high alert after the brazen attack.
The circumstances leading to the ambush and shooting remain under investigation, with authorities looking into possible connections to two separate homicides in Nez Perce and Clearwater counties. Details about these homicides have not been disclosed publicly as investigations continue.
In the aftermath of the incident, one of the injured officers has been discharged from the hospital, while two others continue to receive medical care. The quick response and cooperation among law enforcement agencies played a crucial role in swiftly locating and apprehending the suspects.
Boise Police Chief Ron Winegar expressed concerns that the suspects may have been involved in additional criminal activities, including potential links to other violent incidents. The apprehension of Meade and Umphenour marks a significant step forward in bringing justice to the victims and ensuring public safety in the region.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case or other related incidents to come forward and assist law enforcement in their efforts to piece together the events leading up to the ambush and subsequent shootings.
