When a Ford Mustang Decides to Redecorate: A Wild Night in Eagle, Idaho
Buckle Up, Folks: A Mustang’s Unexpected Adventure
On July 20th, the quiet streets of Eagle, Idaho, were transformed into the setting of a bizarre incident straight out of an action movie.
At around 9 PM, a white Ford Mustang decided driving on roads was too mainstream and opted for a more unconventional path—crashing into a house on E. Aikens St.
The House That Faced the Mustang
Imagine sitting at home, enjoying your favorite show, and suddenly, a Ford Mustang comes crashing into your living room. Luckily, no one was home at the time.
Talk about dodging a bullet!
The unoccupied house took the hit, saving the residents from what could have been a traumatic experience.
The Scene: Mustang, Guns, and a Teenage Passenger
When Eagle Police deputies arrived, they found the Mustang, but no driver.
Instead, they discovered a teenage male passenger who, despite the chaos, stayed on scene with minor injuries.
Oh, and did I mention the loaded firearm casually hanging out next to the driver’s seat? Classic Mustang shenanigans.
The Great Escape of Matthew Jeffs
Enter Matthew Jeffs, a 27-year-old from Emmett, who apparently thought fleeing on foot was the best course of action. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
He was found about half a mile away from the crash scene, probably trying to figure out how to explain this whole mess.
The Charges: A Legal Buffet
Matthew Jeffs didn’t just walk away with a slap on the wrist. Nope, he collected a buffet of charges including:
- Felony Injury to a Child: Because having a teenager in the car during this joyride wasn’t bad enough.
- Misdemeanor Driving Under the Influence: Because alcohol makes every bad decision worse.
- Misdemeanor Leaving the Scene of an Accident: Running away never works, Matthew.
- Misdemeanor Carrying Concealed Weapons Under the Influence: A loaded firearm and alcohol? Brilliant combo.
What Were They Thinking?
One has to wonder, what was going through Jeffs’ mind?
Did he think the Mustang had wings? Was there a secret shortcut through the house? The only thing clear is that this was one wild night that Eagle, Idaho, won’t forget anytime soon.
The Aftermath: Lessons Learned
If there’s anything to take away from this bizarre incident, it’s this: Mustangs belong on the road, not in someone’s living room.
Also, running away from the scene of a crime is never a good idea, especially when you’re intoxicated and armed.
A Final Word
In the end, this story is a stark reminder of the chaos that can ensue when poor decisions meet high-speed vehicles and alcohol.
So, the next time you think about taking your Mustang for a spin, maybe keep it on the roads and away from residential properties.
And for heaven’s sake, leave the loaded firearms at home.
