Idaho police capture escaped inmate Skylar Mead and suspected accomplice in manhunt.
Idaho police have captured an escaped inmate and his suspected accomplice who have allegedly murdered two people. The suspects were arrested in Twin Falls, Idaho after a short car chase.
IDOC Press Release
Boise Police detectives have identified the man suspected of being involved in the overnight shooting of IDOC officers as Nicholas Umphenour. Officers have obtained a warrant for Umphenour’s arrest on two charges of Aggravated Battery against law enforcement and one charge of aiding and abetting an escape. The warrant has a two million dollar bond. Officers continue to warn that the suspect, Nicholas Umphenour, and the escaped inmate, Skylar Meade, are considered armed and dangerous, so if you come in contact with them, do not approach. Call 911 or Ada County Dispatch at 208-377-6790.
Suspect: Nicholas Umphenour is described as being 5’11”, about 160 lbs, with brown hair and hazel eyes.
Warrant: Aggravated Battery against law enforcement (2 counts) and one charge of aiding and abetting an escape.
BPD’s investigation led them to identify Umphenour as a suspect and confirmed that he is an associate of Skylar Meade. At this time, it is unknown exactly where they are or where they are headed. Officers have also identified the license plate and vehicle they fled in and are continuing to look for the vehicle.
Vehicle description: The vehicle is a Grey 2020 Honda Civic with license plate 2TDF43U.
The investigation is ongoing.
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