QUICK SUMMARY
Boise Police investigate a series of vape store thefts, including an attempted armed robbery. A masked suspect, caught on surveillance, is believed to be responsible for multiple incidents over the past week and a half. Investigators urge anyone with information to contact Ada County Dispatch.
Boise Police are investigating a series of thefts from local vape stores, which include an attempted armed robbery that occurred earlier today. The masked suspect, captured on surveillance footage, displayed escalating behavior, prompting detectives to act quickly in identifying him. The incidents include a petit theft on September 14 at a business on N. Five Mile Road, a robbery on September 16 at a store on N. Orchard Street, and an attempted armed robbery today on W. Overland Road. A person of interest has been identified, and authorities are actively seeking to speak with him regarding the incidents. Photos from the surveillance footage, including images of the suspect and the person of interest, are available for public review. The police urge anyone with information about the suspect or the bicycle seen in the footage to contact Ada County Dispatch. These thefts highlight ongoing concerns regarding safety and crime in the local community. Police efforts aim to prevent further incidents and apprehend the suspect quickly.