Gun Scares in Idaho

Guns are being stolen out of cars in Meridian, a hit list at a Caldwell High School, and 3 students are in custody after a gun went off. Why are we having so much trouble with guns in the Treasure Valley?

Police are warning residents in Meridian to keep their cars locked after a series of gun thefts. Over 20 cars were burglarized in Meridian just in the past week. A shotgun, a rifle, and 3 handguns were among the items stolen. For more information on keeping yourself safe in Meridian click HERE.

In Twin Falls 3 students are in custody after a firearm went off at Robert Stuart Middle School. The gun fired off into a table leg, so no one was injured, but an additional gun was found in a 14 year old's back pack and 3 students are being tied to the incident. For more information on this incident click HERE.

Caldwell parents can finally rest a little easier because a rumored "hit list" has been found to be false. Rumors were circling that students would be harmed at Vallivue High School on Friday and although officers were on hand at the school today to ensure safety, they found no validity in the rumor.

Gun permits are not required here in the state of Idaho, although no one under 18 can legally own a firearm.

Remember to keep guns locked up in a secure safe, educate your children about the dangers of guns, and don't keep them in any obvious place where they could be easily stolen.