Vandals Cause $80K in Damage at Boise DHS Building

Police investigating anti-ICE graffiti and broken windows at federal facility

Feb. 23, 2026 at 9:26pm

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The Boise Police Department is investigating a report of vandalism at a building rented by the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Officers responded to the scene on Saturday morning to find broken windows and the exterior of the building spray-painted with 'offensive, anti-ICE derogatory terms', according to an ICE spokesperson. The incident caused an estimated $80,000 in damage, and authorities are searching for the suspect or suspects responsible.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and hostility directed towards federal immigration enforcement agencies, particularly ICE, which has faced criticism and protests over its policies and practices. The vandalism raises concerns about the safety of federal facilities and employees, as well as the potential for escalating confrontations between activists and law enforcement.

The details

According to the police report, officers responded around 7:25 a.m. on Saturday to the 1100 block of South Vinnell Way after receiving a report of vandalism. The exterior of the building was spray-painted and windows were broken, though the building was unoccupied at the time. An ICE spokesperson stated that the damage is estimated at $80,000 and that the agency is working with law enforcement to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the 'offensive, anti-ICE derogatory' graffiti.

  • The vandalism was discovered on February 21, 2026.
  • Police responded to the scene on February 22, 2026 around 7:25 a.m.

The players

Boise Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the vandalism incident.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The federal agency that rents the building that was vandalized.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal immigration enforcement agency that also rents space in the vandalized building.

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What they’re saying

“Those responsible … will be held accountable.”

— ICE Spokesperson

“Anyone who destroys federal property or assaults or obstructs law enforcement will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

— Secretary Kristi Noem

What’s next

Police are investigating whether this incident is connected to a similar attack on a DHS office in Meridian last week. They are asking anyone with information or surveillance footage to contact the Ada County Dispatch.

The takeaway

This vandalism underscores the ongoing tensions and hostility directed towards federal immigration enforcement agencies like ICE, which have faced intense criticism and protests over their policies and practices. The incident raises concerns about the safety of federal facilities and employees, as well as the potential for further confrontations between activists and law enforcement.