Man accused of DUI hit-and-run in downtown Boise pleads not guilty

A Boise man accused of driving under the influence, running a red light, and hitting two pedestrians before fleeing the scene returned to court Friday to plead not guilty to multiple charges.

  • According to Police, one victim was thrown 20 feet into the air, while the other remained stuck in the windshield for nearly two blocks.
  • Both survived thanks to quick actions by bystanders, including an ER doctor and a group of teenagers who tracked down the driver.
  • Boise Police honored the citizens with an Exceptional Service Award for their lifesaving efforts.
  • Miller’s Jury Trial is scheduled to begin at the Ada County Courthouse on January 13th.

(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story.)

Jacob Miller, 46, made headlines earlier this summer after he was arraigned on charges of running a red light in downtown Boise while under the influence. He is accused of hitting two people and driving away.

Miller returned to court Friday morning, entering a plea of not guilty to the nine charges against him.

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