Twin Falls Fatal Shooting
Twin Falls Shooting Near In-N-Out Leaves Multiple Dead, Including Suspect, Police Say
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A shooting near an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, left multiple people dead on Tuesday afternoon, including the suspected gunman, according to USA Today. The incident happened shortly after 3 p.m. local time on Blue Lakes Boulevard North, a busy commercial strip lined with major retailers and a movie theater.
Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks confirmed the shooter is among the dead and said the threat to the public is over. Hundreds of witnesses are being interviewed as investigators work to piece together what happened, CP24 reported.
Police Confirm Multiple Dead, Shooter Among Them
Chief Hicks addressed the public shortly after the shooting, confirming multiple fatalities and injuries. He did not release an exact victim count. The shooter was also killed, ending the immediate danger. "The threat to the community is over," Hicks said, according to KULR8.
Law enforcement set up a large perimeter around the scene. Hundreds of people who were nearby at the time were held for interviews, CTV News reported. Investigators are working to establish a timeline and identify everyone involved.
FBI Joins Investigation, Motive Still Unknown
The FBI is assisting Twin Falls Police with the investigation, according to USA Today. No motive has been released. Police have not said what led up to the shooting or whether the gunman targeted specific victims.
It is also unclear how many people were injured or what weapons were used. Authorities have not said whether the shooter was killed by police or by another means. The investigation is still in its early stages, The Daily Item reported.
Busy Commercial Strip Becomes a Crime Scene
Blue Lakes Boulevard North is one of Twin Falls' main commercial corridors. It is home to big-box stores, restaurants, and a movie theater complex. The In-N-Out Burger location sits in the middle of this busy area, making the shooting visible to many bystanders, according to Stamford Advocate.
The large number of witnesses on the scene explains why hundreds of people are being interviewed. Nearby businesses were likely placed on lockdown during the police response. The scale of the law enforcement presence reflects the seriousness of the incident, MRT noted.
Idaho Governor Urges Calm as Response Continues
Idaho Governor Brad Little responded to the shooting and urged residents to follow instructions from law enforcement. He did not provide additional details about the incident. His statement came as police were still actively working the scene, according to USA Today.
Twin Falls is a city of roughly 50,000 people in southern Idaho. Mass shootings at fast food restaurants are rare, making this event a major shock to the community. Authorities have promised to release more information as the investigation moves forward, CTV News reported.
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