Published on June 30, 2025
On Sunday at 10:40 p.m., near Ustick Road and Cleveland Boulevard, Caldwell Police Officers observed 28-year-old Jose Marquez behind the wheel of a vehicle. Marquez was wanted for felony aggravated assault after he pistol-whipped a victim last week. As officers attempted to stop Marquez, he fled in his vehicle at a high rate of speed.
A vehicle pursuit was initiated, and the pursuit traveled on surface streets until Marquez surrendered without further incident near Florida and Ustick.
During the pursuit, Marquez’s vehicle struck a street sign at Lake and Ustick, but there were no injuries as a result of the collision. Marquez was charged with felony aggravated battery, leaving the scene of an accident, and eluding arrest.
“Despite the current evolving tragic situation in Northern Idaho, our brave men and women continue to hold the line while they put their lives in harm’s way to keep Caldwell safe. These actions underscore our commitment to protecting and serving our community, and I am truly proud of our team, said Rex Ingram, Caldwell Chief of Police.”