Boise Police Issue Stark Warning For Local Drivers

When you find yourself driving around in the Treasure Valley--there's a universal rule that we all know to abide by. Everyone has opinions on turning laws, speed limits, and one-ways. Can we all agree that if an emergency vehicle needs to get someplace--it's important that we get out of the way?

In a statement released by the Boise Police Department just last week (which garnered a huge social media response), the department shared just how important it is to yield to emergency vehicles:

If there’s lights and sirens, it’s time to move out of the way. Today multiple agencies responded to a 6 week old baby having trouble breathing--thankfully the baby is doing just fine now, but first responders did face some delays with cars stopped in the middle of the road. Remember if you see an emergency vehicle with lights flashing, pull over to the right so they can pass.

Obviously, a warning like this is enough to make any parent sick. Just the thought of an infant having a life-threatening health issue is terrifying for anyone.

We've been there--you have places to be, them music is turned all of the way up, and that emergency vehicle is awfully inconvenient. Just pull over.

Boise High Speed Chase Caught on Camera

On Sunday, April 10th, a high speed chase took place in the streets of Boise. The pursuit by Boise Police eventually ended near Bishop Kelly High School where more drama played out. Fantastic footage was captured by Vin Crosby, a well-known Boise meteorologist who said that during the chase, the suspect came within just feet of hitting him.

Check out the play-by-play and the action-packed video, below!

Video Captures Boise Residential Police Chase

Imagine seeing this outside of your front door!?

Did you know that the Boise Police Department actually has a 'Most Wanted' list here in town? Here's a look at the roster:

LOOK: These 19 People Are Boise's Most Wanted

Yes, even here in the Treasure Valley where crime isn't so rampant, there is a most wanted list. According to the Southwest Idaho Crime Stoppers, these are the most wanted of them all. So many of these mugshots are from Ada and Canyon Counties. Do you recognize anyone?

There is also a statewide 'Most Wanted' list, which you can see here:

Idaho's Most Wanted

When it comes to the most wanted criminals in Idaho, the list according to the Idaho Department Corrections is short. There are a total of nine individuals who made the "Most Wanted" list. Do you recognize any of these fugitives? Some have only been on the run for a few months. Take a good look at the photos below and let your local authorities know if you have absolutely any information.

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