What's REALLY Going on in Gooding County's War on Drugs?

Clip from Episode 76

Idaho Sheriff Makes Surprising Drug-Related Arrests!

Dive into the unique dynamics of Gooding County Sheriff's Office with this in-depth interview. Learn about the multi-role responsibilities of officers, their stringent stance on drug enforcement, and the community's overwhelming support. Discover how a simple marijuana pipe arrest can lead to major narcotic busts, and explore the collaborative efforts among detectives for tackling various crimes. How does this rigorous approach impact the crime rate and community safety in Gooding County?

00:00 Introduction to Gooding County's Unique Law Enforcement
00:57 Challenges and Strategies in Drug Enforcement
03:12 Community Support and Law Enforcement
04:52 Structure and Collaboration within the Department

Watch here: https://youtu.be/CMt52Rvq4-4

Interview of Gooding County Sheriff's Office Detective Alex Boyer

Years of Service: 2001-Present

Alex had studied to become a music teacher, but along the way decided that his greater calling was to go into law enforcement. Alex explains that it was a combination of wanting to serve his community and growing up with his father and uncle in law enforcement that ultimately drove him to pursue a career in law enforcement.

During this episode, Alex discusses his journey from a jail deputy to patrol and the realities of working for a small department where you investigate many of the calls you take on patrol. In his 18 years on patrol, Alex investigated many crimes including murder while working on patrol after only a few years.

Alex was promoted to detective and has investigated numerous crimes including rape, child molestation, theft, armed robbery, and homicide. Alex is generally the person who conducts the interviews of suspects and interviewing witnesses. During this episode, Alex discusses a few of the interesting cases he has dealt with over the years.