Community unites in a vigil for teen shot by Pocatello Police as he is taken off life support

KTVZ on April 14, 2025

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Below is the replay of the candlelight vigil for Victor Perez held Saturday morning, April 12, 2025, outside Portneuf Regional Medical Center.

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – The family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy who was shot in a highly controversial officer-involved incident, received heartbreaking news on Friday: Doctors have determined that Victor is brain-dead. On Saturday morning, members of the Pocatello community came together to support the Perez family in their time of grief.

Members of a candlelight vigil, initially planned for Saturday night, gathered at 9 AM to support the injured teen and his family. The Perez family has told Local News 8 that after the vigil has concluded, they’ve made the difficult decision to take Victor off life support.

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Even though they were wishing for a miracle, a Pocatello family received devastating news from doctors about 17-year-old Victor Perez on Friday.

Victor’s aunt, Ana Vazquez, told Local News 8 on Friday, that doctors have determined that Victor is brain dead.

Victor was shot 9 times by Pocatello police officers when they were called to a domestic situation on Saturday, April 5. He has been connected to machines in a medically induced coma since the shooting.

Ana said the family will take Victor off life support on Saturday.

“It’s been difficult,” Ana said on Thursday. “And one thing that I appreciate about Pocatello is the entire community. Not just Pocatello, every part of the U.S. There are a lot of people supporting us.”

Victor Perez being treated at the Portneuf Medical Center. Photo courtesy of family.

Ann said the 17-year-old was revived twice before he was placed on life support.

Late Friday afternoon, The City of Pocatello issued a statement after hearing the news about Victor’s condition. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones during this unimaginably difficult time. We recognize the pain and grief this incident has caused in our community,” said Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad. Read the full statement below.

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Blad released a video on Thursday saying they are taking the incident seriously. You can view the full video here.

A GoFundMe has been set up for Victor and his family.

The time for a candlelight vigil has been changed from their original time. It is now scheduled for Saturday, April 12, at 9 a.m. in front of the Portneuf Regional Medical Center in Pocatello.

Editor note: This story has been updated with the City of Pocatello statement and the change of time for candlelight vigil.


Victor Perez before an officer-involved shooting on April 5, 2025. Courtesy photo.

Indio Police Gear Up for Coachella Weekend Two: Safety and Patience Top Priorities

KESQ on April 14, 2025

Timothy Foster

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) —As music lovers leave town following weekend one of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival the Indio Police Department is already looking ahead toward weekend two preparations and a second group of fans to descend upon the desert.

Last Thursday, eager festival-goers packed into the city, with campers flooding roadways and waiting up to eight hours just to park their vehicles. It was a hectic kickoff, but authorities are working to improve the experience for those returning this weekend.

Joel Osmond from the Indio Police Department is advising attendees to remain patient, emphasizing that law enforcement is working closely with Goldenvoice, the festival’s organizer, to ensure everyone’s safety.

Social media posts from Weekend One showed a variety of safety protocols in action. These included car searches upon entry into the campgrounds, detection dogs checking for illegal substances and weapons, and multiple security checkpoints spread throughout the grounds.

Traffic congestion was another major issue, made worse by limited open lanes and road closures around residential neighborhoods.

Despite the long wait times, many Weekend One attendees expressed gratitude toward local law enforcement for keeping the event safe. As preparations continue, police are urging those heading to Weekend Two to arrive early, stay alert, and come prepared.

Their final reminder? Stay hydrated and report anything that seems suspicious.

CPW says multiple raccoons in Southern Colorado tested positive for deadly disease that can spread to your dog

KRDO on April 14, 2025

Michael Logerwell

MONTE VISTA, Colo. (KRDO) – Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces multiple raccoons have tested positive for canine distemper in recent weeks in Alamosa and Monte Vista.

A raccoon carcass from Monte Vista is the only confirmed case at this time, however, two raccoons from Alamosa show symptoms consistent with canine distemper, but official testing is still needed.

CPW says animals with canine distemper often have difficulty moving and can act abnormally because of brain infections. Crusting around the eyes and/or nose is commonly observed, while other signs such as coughing, diarrhea, vomiting, and thickened paw pads tend to be less obvious. Sick animals usually do not survive. 

The virus is contagious and can spread to your pet at home.

CPW recommends you get your pets vaccinated and keep them away from any wild animals. In addition to raccoons, coyotes, foxes, skunks, and other carnivores can contract the virus.

“We’ve had a number of reports, and one we submitted for testing did already come back positive for distemper,” said CPW District Wildlife Manager Tyler Cerny of Monte Vista. “In these cases, any other raccoon in the area exhibiting symptoms is presumed to be positive for canine distemper. We are continuing to see more cases.”

If you think your animal has canine distemper, take them to get tested for rabies. CPW says distemper cannot be distinguished from rabies without brain testing.

For more information about canine distemper and other wildlife diseases, visit the CPW website.

Festival guests report stolen belongings from hotel rooms during Coachella

KESQ on April 14, 2025

Shay Lawson

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) — Multiple Coachella festivalgoers contacted News Channel 3, saying their belongings were stolen from their hotel rooms while they were away at the festival.

Ellie Brownridge said she’s attended Coachella for years with her best friend, Zoe Grober.

Grober said they’ve stayed at La Quinta Resort & Club before.

“We always love this property,” Grober said. “It’s just so disappointing that something like this happened and it’s totally tainted the experience.”

Brownridge and Grober, staying with their husbands, said they returned Saturday morning after the first day of Coachella to find personal items missing — including vintage bags, jewelry, family heirlooms and sunglasses.

They told News Channel 3 they called hotel management and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department — and quickly learned they weren’t alone.

“We met two other groups. In total, I think it’s like 15 people that we know of that this has happened to,” Brownridge said. “I think we’re looking at over $100,000 worth of stuff that’s gone.”

Norelza Rivero, also staying at the resort with her daughter, said she returned from the festival Friday night to find valuables missing from her room.

“My daughter had a Louis Vuitton that my grandmother gave her,” Rivero said. “It was the most valuable thing we owned.”

Rivero said she quickly contacted hotel security and police, but said the hotel’s cooperation was limited.

“He didn’t appear to enjoy that I had called a police officer,” Rivero said. “Moreover, when the police officer asked if they would be willing to give him any information… he wasn’t cooperative with the police officer.”

Rivero said the experience has left her feeling unsafe.

“I just won’t leave the room without one of us in there,” she said.

Both victims said hotel staff responded, but not with the urgency they hoped for.

Some guests told News Channel 3 they believe, “it was an inside job,” although no evidence has been confirmed at this time.

“We’re so concerned that as soon as we leave the property, especially with the lack of urgency and lack of communication,” Grober said. “They’re going to just hope that it goes away and that we stop bothering them.”

The victims said they are speaking out in hopes of getting answers for themselves — and to protect future guests.

“We want some sort of resolution and justice for the groups that were hit this weekend,” Grober said. “But also for next weekend and the weekend after that.”

In a statement to News Channel 3, Chris George, Area Director of Marketing at La Quinta Resort & Club said:

“The safety and security of our hotel guests and team members is our top priority. As soon as we were made aware of claims of theft at the resort, we immediately engaged local law enforcement. At this time, we are unable to provide further information on the ongoing investigation, but are actively working on a swift resolution for all that may be impacted.”

News Channel 3 has reached out to La Quinta Resort & Club management and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. We are still waiting for a response.

Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing coverage on this developing story.

‘The Living Christ’ open houses remind visitors of the reason for the Easter season

KIFI on April 13, 2025

Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is inviting the public to an open house called ‘The Living Christ’ to help people remember the reason for the season.

The open house will take place at several different building through the area.

The display will feature videos and artwork depicting events in Jesus Christ’s life from His birth to His resurrection. Hundreds of people come to these open houses each year.

“It’ll be kind of like a guided tour. There will be different themes of Christ’s life through different sections of the building. This event is for everyone to come celebrate His life with us, celebrate His resurrection with us,” said Church Member, Patrick Toussaint.

Each room will have a theme based on Christ’s life, teachings, and miracles. Toussaint hopes visitors can find meaning in each room and feel peace no matter what hardship they are going through.

There will be open houses at the following locations.

Blackfoot:900 Riverton Road April 14-19 6pm-8pmApril 20th 3pm-5pm 

Firth:623 N 675 E April 16-17, 6pm-8pm 

Shelley:675 South Milton AveApril 19, 2pm-5pmApril 20, 3pm-5pm

Idaho Falls: 1860 Kearney St. April 18, 6pm-9pmApril 19, 4pm-8pm

Idaho Falls: 2040 Brentwood DriveApril 17, 4pm – 8:30pm

(This is an incomplete list of locations. Please email about other locations.)

One killed, one critically injured in Callaway County shooting Sunday

KMIZ on April 13, 2025

Nia Hinson

CALLAWAY COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ)

Authorities are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and two others injured in Callaway County on Sunday afternoon.

According to the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office, multiple calls came in around 3:32 p.m. for reports of gunfire in the area. Deputies responded to the scene, along with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

During the investigation, deputies discovered that three individuals had been shot. One person suffered minor injuries and declined treatment. Two other people were transported to a hospital. A woman later died at the hospital.

A Sunday night release from the sheriff’s office says deputies are investigating the shooting as a homicide. One person was detained for questioning, the release says.

Spokeswoman Crystal Kent said that all individuals involved in the incident have been identified and located. Due to the ongoing investigation, their names are not being released at this time.

“We get multiple calls from people. We have to do lots of interviews, a lot of witnesses, look for any evidence that we have, and currently that’s what all the investigators are doing,” Kent said.

Kent said there is no ongoing threat to the public and that preliminary findings indicate the shooting stemmed from a dispute between neighbors.

Investigators are continuing to gather information to determine exactly what led to the violence.

The post stated the scene- at the Hunter Lane Apartments was secure, but law enforcement asked residents to avoid the area.

Revolutions Lanes host bowling tournament

News-Press NOW on April 13, 2025

Kendra Simpson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph’s top bowlers competed for a hefty prize Sunday afternoon in the Six-Gamer Handicap Tournament at Revolutions Lanes.

As part of the bowling alley’s weekly sweeper series, players competed, practiced and warmed up for state and national bowling competitions.

First place at Sunday’s competition won a $300 prize, as well as points added to their score for the end-of-year Points Tournament.

Jacqueline Menini, one of Sunday’s competitors, discovered her love of bowling after being asked to sub for another player.

“I’ve been bowling for 21 years,” Menini said. “I was asked to be a sub and I was hooked ever since.”

Her decades of bowling experience paid off since she will compete at a tournament in Savannah, Missouri, next weekend and at Nationals in Kansas City at the end of April.

She encourages more St. Joseph residents to try bowling due to the sport’s reflective nature.

“There’s a lot of accountability,” she said. “It’s a lot about being honest with yourself and looking at the bigger picture while trying to zero in on what it is you’re trying to accomplish.”

Along with the alley’s weekly sweepers, Revolutions Lanes will host a Missouri Masters tournament May 30 through June 1. To register for the tournament, visit the website btbowlingsupply.com or revolutionslanes.com.

Colorado Springs Police involved in shooting near Red Lobster, suspect still on the run

KRDO on April 13, 2025

Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo (KRDO) –

UPDATE at 2:45 p.m.:

The Colorado Springs Police Department confirmed a police officer was involved in a shooting near a Red Lobster location in the 4900 Block of North Academy Boulevard.

The suspect is not in custody.

Police describe the suspect as a black male, approximately 6ft tall, in his 30s, wearing dark pants, possibly jeans, a black and white hoodie, with a backpack and a black hat. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous.

If seen, do not approach and call 911.

ORIGINAL REPORT:

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) received a report around 12:30 p.m. of apparent homeless individuals throwing rocks at windows.

CSPD tells KRDO13 that officers responded to the area behind the old Red Lobster location at 4925 North Academy Blvd.

CSPD confirmed reports of shots fired and that officers found at least two shell casings at the scene.

At 1:55 p.m., police issued a shelter in place for the 4900 block of N Academy.

Police are asking that the public avoid the area of North Academy Boulevard from Flintridge Drive to North Union Boulevard.

CSPD said one woman was transported to the hospital with a head injury. It’s unclear what caused that injury.

As of 1:30 p.m. Sunday, no arrests have been made. CSPD said officers are on the scene investigating and checking vehicles and porta potties in the area.

Former UCCS track star wins half marathon

KRDO on April 13, 2025

Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)- A former University of Colorado Colorado Springs student ran nearly as fast as a mountain lion in a half marathon on Sunday.

Lexie Greitzer was the first female finisher in the 2025 Jersey City Half Marathon.

The current Colorado Springs resident had a winning time of 1:14:27.

Half Marathon winners received a $1,000 prize according to event organizers.

“I came here to just love racing again. I didn’t have a time in mind, and this was a great course to just love racing,” Greitzer said, “Perfect weather, nice breeze, awesome people to run with and people cheering, just a great experience.”

Greitzer also served as a Volunteer Assistant Coach for the Women’s Cross Country team at UCCS.

Colorado Springs police recover drugs, guns in arrest

KRDO on April 13, 2025

Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – On Sunday, April 13, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) announced a major drug bust and arrest.

Police say on April 9, officers were investigating a felony eluding case involving a man, who was later identified as James Embry.

Patrol officers say they called in the Metro Narcotics Unit (MNU). The two worked together to locate and monitor a car tied to their eluding investigation, according to CSPD. Police say the car was parked at a hotel.

Police say the suspect left the hotel and drove off in the car. MNU detectives used mobile surveillance to track the car until it was parked in the 100 Block of South Cascade Avenue, according to CSPD.

CSPD says the Tactical Enforcement Unit (TEU) and at least one K-9 assisted with contacting the car.

They say the suspect was then placed in custody for felony eluding.

CSPD says MNU detectives then searched the car and recovered a laundry list of drug paraphernalia and hundreds of rounds in loaded magazines of various calibers.

Police say this includes: 5 rifles (1 ghost rifle), 4 pistols (2 stolen), 2351.26 grams of fentanyl (approximately 23,500 pills), 14 grams of marijuana, 0.91 grams of LSD, 4.47 grams of Rx, 51.41 grams of heroin, 58.44 grams of cocaine, 411.89 grams of methamphetamine and $14,296 in U.S. currency.

CSPD

CSPD says MNU detectives with the assistance of TEU, executed a search warrant of the man’s residence located on the 4100 block of Hidden Circle and recovered an additional 32.3 grams of meth, 13.5 grams of fentanyl, 5 firearms, 8.9 grams of cocaine and $2,266 in U.S. currency.

CSPD

The suspect, identified by police as 45-year-old James Embry, was transported and booked into CJC on multiple counts of narcotics and weapons violations.

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