Idaho suicide is a serious issue all the time, not just during the pandemic
Boise Police have already responded to 12 suicide calls in 2021. In 2020, they responded to 20 suicide calls throughout the entire year. Author: Chase Biefeldt (KTVB) Updated: 7:30 PM MST February 26, 2021
BOISE, Idaho Suicide is a tough topic, but it s necessary to talk about in order to minimize the damage to our community and our loved ones.
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare data shows that suicides rose from 362 in 2019 to 419 in 2020. Lee Flinn, director of the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline said the fight against suicide is a constant battle and one we should all be fighting.
Deputy Chief Ron Winegar says criminals are taking advantage people working at home during the pandemic. Author: Chase Biefeldt (KTVB) Updated: 4:44 PM MST February 26, 2021
BOISE, Idaho Identity theft is on the rise in Idaho and across the country.
The Boise Police Department tells KTVB they ve seen an alarming increase in the amount of identity theft reports.
In fact, a 200 percent increase in identity theft reports from 2019 to 2020.
BPD investigated 100 cases of identity theft in 2019.
In 2020, it went all the way up to 300 reports.
And just this month, police say they ve already had 33 new cases.
Boise Police Deputy Chief Ron Winegar says criminals are taking advantage people working at home during the pandemic.