QUICK SUMMARY
Boise Police continue to investigate a series of thefts from local vape stores, including an attempted armed robbery on September 23, 2025. Detectives have identified a person of interest, who has since been cleared of involvement, and believe different suspects committed the thefts and robberies. They request anyone with video footage from Orchard Street during the incident to contact authorities.
Boise Police are investigating a series of thefts from local vape stores, including an attempted armed robbery on September 23, 2025. Detectives identified a person of interest, who has been cleared of involvement in the robberies, suggesting different suspects may be responsible for the thefts. The police have requested video footage from businesses or residences along Orchard Street during the incident timeframe to aid in their investigation. The suspect, seen wearing a mask and leaving on a bicycle, has shown escalating behavior, prompting detectives to act swiftly. Previous incidents include a petit theft on September 14 and a robbery on September 16. Authorities emphasize the urgency of the investigation given the suspect's actions. They encourage anyone with relevant information to reach out to Ada County Dispatch at 208-377-6790. The ongoing investigation reflects the department's commitment to addressing local crime effectively.