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Fallen Idaho sheriff’s deputy leaves behind a family, here’s how you can help

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Idaho is mourning the loss of a fallen law enforcement officer.

Idahoans are heartbroken and outraged by the shocking and senseless death of one of our greatest people. Officer Tobin Bolter, 27, was responding to a routine traffic stop on Saturday, April 20, 2024 when the driver of a gray Chevy Suburban pulled a gun on the young officer.

According to the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, it was almost 9 p.m. when the unnamed 65-year-old suspect fired his weapon at Deputy Bolton just before fleeing the scene near W. Overland Rd. and S. Raymond St. in Boise.

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Deputy Bolter’s attacker had an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

During a press conference on Sunday, Ada County Sheriff Matt Clifford confirmed the suspect had an outstanding $3,000 warrant for his arrest. Still, Clifford couldn’t say exactly what motivated the suspect to shoot the officer.

Clifford told reporters that Bolter “didn’t even reach the window.”

Boise police arrested the gunman just after midnight.

About 30 minutes after the shooting, the Boise Police Department’s Special Operations Unit began a manhunt for the suspect after finding his unoccupied truck at S. Roosevelt and W. Dorian streets.

During a peaceful attempt to take him into custody, the reluctant 65-year-old pointed his weapon at BPD Special Operators. The Idaho State Journal reported that he was shot just after midnight on Sunday, April 21.

The deputy had his whole life and career ahead of him.

Bolter, a seven-year law enforcement veteran, had succumbed to his injuries just minutes before Clifford’s press briefing began on Sunday morning. With seven years of law enforcement experience, Bolter previously served with the Meridian Police Department and the Pleasant Hill City Police Department in California. He started at ASCO in January this year.

Bolton leaves behind his beautiful family.

On Sunday evening, ASCO expressed their gratitude for the incredible support from the community, and discussed the different ways locals can support the Bolton family.

Flags are raised at half mast for Deputy Bolter.

Under Idaho Code 67-820, Governor Little issued a press release on April 21 ordering all American and Idaho state flags to be flown at half-staff until the following day after Bolter’s memorial service.

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