Boise Police Arrest Man Following Assault and Kidnapping on Greenbelt

Boise Police charged a man with assaulting and kidnapping a woman on the Boise River Greenbelt on Saturday night.

Two residents called 911 after hearing a woman’s scream on the Greenbelt, according to a Boise Police Department news release. Police said the woman had been walking alone on a path along the north side of the Greenbelt near South Ferguson Street at 10:55 p.m. when a man approached her from behind.

The quick intervention by residents who heard the victim’s cries proved vital in alerting law enforcement to the incident. Authorities arrived shortly after the 911 calls were placed, successfully taking the suspect into custody. The victim is currently receiving support following this traumatic event, and the Boise Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack. Officials are using this incident to remind the community to remain vigilant, particularly when utilizing trail systems during late-night hours.

Key Details of the Incident:

* Location: North side of the Boise River Greenbelt, near South Ferguson Street.

* Time of Incident: Approximately 10:55 p.m. this past Saturday.

* Initial Response: Boise residents alerted authorities after hearing the victim scream.

* Current Status: The suspect is in custody, and the investigation remains active.