Boise man charged after shooting teen during prank
Police say a 15-year-old boy was injured on W. Bunkerhill Street after a resident fired a gun during a chase.
By Aiko Nakamura ·
Darin Young has been charged in connection with the shooting of a 15-year-old boy in Boise. The incident occurred around 7:15 p.m. on Sunday when police responded to a report of a juvenile problem on W. Bunkerhill Street.
Meridian Police were simultaneously called to a local hospital where the injured teen was brought by other juveniles in a personal vehicle. Medical staff described the victim's injuries as serious or critical but not life-threatening.
Boise Police determined that the shooting began after a group of boys, including the victim, played a "ding-dong ditch" game at a residence known to them. When the group returned to the home, the suspect chased them and fired a weapon, striking the 15-year-old.
Young, who lived at the residence, was arrested and booked into the Ada County Jail. He faces charges under the Idaho Criminal Justice System, where all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.
The boy is expected to recover from his injuries. Both Boise and Meridian police departments were involved in the initial response to the incident.
