TWIN FALLS, Idaho — Twin Falls deputies are searching for 32-year-old Jacob Bellus, who allegedly fired shots into a home south of Kimberly on Easter Sunday night, March 31, around 9 p.m.
Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported from the incident. Witnesses observed multiple gunshots and a cream-colored 1990 GMC Jimmy speeding away from the scene.
Deputies attempted a traffic stop, but Bellus fled, leading to a brief pursuit that ended when he abandoned the vehicle near Beno Street and Highland Avenue. He then fled on foot into Rock Creek Canyon.
Twin Falls County Sheriff Jack Johnson stated deputies responded to reports of shots fired and discovered that bullets struck an occupied dwelling and another vehicle.
In collaboration with the Twin Falls Police Department and Idaho State Police, an emergency notification was issued to local residents, advising them to shelter in place as they searched for Bellus.
“Due to the presence of an armed person, we wanted to ensure the safety of the public,” Sheriff Johnson said.
Despite utilizing drones, law enforcement was unable to locate Bellus and called off the search around 3 a.m., lifting the shelter-in-place order at that time.
Public records indicate that Bellus has a significant criminal history. Johnson reassured the community, stating, “We have no indication of a further threat, but remain vigilant.”
Bellus is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing around 190 pounds, with blond hair, blue eyes, and a beard. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Sheriff's Office or SIRCOMM at 208-735-1911.