Boise police arrested Darin Young, 45, after a 15-year-old boy was shot Saturday evening following a “ding-dong ditch” prank at Young’s home. Young faces one felony charge of aggravated battery and was booked into the Ada County Jail.
Boise Shooting Followed Home Prank
Boise police responded to West Bunkerhill Street at about 7:15 p.m. Investigators said the boys returned to the home after the prank. Young chased them and fired a gun, striking the 15-year-old.
The other boys were not injured. They drove the victim to a local hospital in a personal vehicle. Meridian police responded after the boy arrived there.
Teen’s Injuries Initially Considered Serious
The victim’s injuries were initially considered serious or critical but were not believed to be life-threatening. Residents of the home contacted police.
The Boise Police Department described the call as involving a “juvenile problem” and said the home had been “ding-dong ditched.”