Idaho In-N-Out Shooting: Good Samaritan Who Confronted Gunman Speaks Out
Authorities said Salinas and an off-duty officer forced the gunman away, preventing further casualties as five victims were treated and two remained critical.
- On Saturday, August 1, 2026, a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, killed three people and injured seven others. Authorities identified the gunman as 24-year-old Chad Williams, who died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- An off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and civilian Jordan Salinas confronted Williams as he fired at vehicles near the drive-through. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks stated their intervention "prevented further casualties."
- Salinas, a 35-year-old caregiver, observed Williams aiming a rifle at cars before engaging. He described his response as "automatic" and "mechanical," noting the suspect appeared calm until rounds were fired in his direction.
- Five victims remained hospitalized Sunday, including two in critical condition. In-N-Out president Lynsi Snyder confirmed an employee was among the killed, while Twin Falls County Sheriff Jack Johnson praised both responders as "true heroes."
- Authorities continue to seek a motive for the shooting, with the FBI assisting the investigation. Police confirm Williams acted alone and his family is cooperating with investigators.
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Jordan Salinas Describes How Idaho In-N-Out Gunman Reacted When He Fired Back
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Heroic Civilian Whose Actions Were Captured on Video Recalls Confronting Idaho Gunman
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (VINnews) — TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A civilian whose actions were captured on video during Saturday’s deadly shooting outside an Idaho In-N-Out Burger said in an ABC News interview that the gunman’s confidence “immediately crumbled” after he returned fire, a confrontation police say likely prevented additional casualties. Jordan Salinas, 35, said […]
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Armed civilian, off-duty trooper credited with helping stop deadly In-N-Out Idaho shooting
Authorities say the actions of an armed civilian and an off-duty Idaho State Police trooper helped prevent an even greater tragedy after a gunman opened fire.
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