TWIN FALLS, Idaho – A disturbing series of events unfolded in Twin Falls, Idaho, as the Idaho State Police investigate a string of homicides connected to the escape of two prisoners and their alleged accomplice.
The escapees, Skylar Meade and Nicholas Umphenour, evaded custody after a violent altercation with officers in Boise. The duo fled in a stolen vehicle, continuing their crime spree across Idaho. Their path ultimately led them to encounter 83-year-old James L. Mauney, who sadly met a tragic fate.
Mauney, reported missing after failing to return home from walking his dogs, was found deceased in a desolate area near Leland. The abandoned vehicle and Mauney’s body were discovered together, painting a grim picture of the events that transpired.
Authorities indicate that Mauney likely had no prior connection to the fugitives, indicating a random and senseless act of violence. The investigation soon uncovered another homicide, this time affecting 72-year-old Gerald “Don” Henderson in Orofino.
Henderson’s residence revealed more clues, with the presence of Mauney’s dogs and what appeared to be Meade’s handcuffs. The intricate web of connections between the victims and the suspects remains puzzling, shrouded in uncertainty.
Following leads and tips, law enforcement managed to track down the stolen vehicle to a residence in Filer. The fugitives attempted to flee once more, leading to a tense confrontation that resulted in their capture. Despite the chaos, the arrests were made without any gunfire exchanged.
As the investigation unfolds, more details emerge about the tragic events that transpired. The community is left shaken by the senseless violence that claimed the lives of two individuals, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.