The Idaho white supremacist prison gang escape story has captivated the nation, with shocking details emerging about the daring getaway and the violent aftermath. Skylar Meade and Nicholas Umphenour, both members of the Aryan Knights gang, are set to appear in court for a preliminary hearing, along with Tia Garcia, who allegedly provided the vehicle used in their escape.
The escape, which involved an armed ambush at a Boise hospital, left two corrections officers injured and sparked a massive manhunt that ended in Twin Falls, Idaho. Meade and Umphenour are also suspected in the deaths of two men in Clearwater and Nez Perce counties, adding a chilling layer to the already harrowing story.
Authorities have described the Aryan Knights gang as a “scourge” in the state’s prison system, highlighting the dangerous nature of the individuals involved in the escape. Meade, serving a 20-year sentence for shooting at a sheriff’s sergeant, and Umphenour, recently released from prison on theft and gun convictions, had a history of mutual friends and connections both inside and outside of prison.
The attack at the hospital, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, left a trail of destruction in its wake. Two corrections officers were wounded, and a third was mistakenly shot by responding police officers. Despite the chaos, all are expected to recover from their injuries.
As the investigation continues to unfold, more details are emerging about the individuals involved in the escape. Tonia Huber, who was driving the truck Meade was in when he was arrested, has also been charged in connection with the escape, facing charges of harboring a fugitive, eluding police, and drug possession.
The shocking events surrounding the Idaho white supremacist prison gang escape have gripped the nation, shedding light on the dangers posed by extremist groups within the prison system. Stay tuned for updates as the case progresses through the court system.
