A shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday afternoon left three people dead and several others injured. The incident occurred at the restaurant located on Blue Lakes Boulevard North, a busy shopping area, around 2 p.m. local time. Police confirmed that the suspected gunman is among the deceased, though officials are still working to confirm his identity and the total number of casualties.
The restaurant had opened just over a week ago, on July 24, as part of the company's expansion into Idaho. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as people fled the area while shots were fired. In-N-Out owner Lynsi Snyder confirmed that one of the victims was an employee of the restaurant, stating that the associate was serving customers at the time of the attack.
Emergency responders transported several injured individuals to St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, with some reported to be in critical condition. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks stated that while the investigation is ongoing, authorities believe the immediate threat to the community has ended. The FBI has since requested that the public submit any photos or videos that might assist in the investigation.
As the community processes the event, officials are working to notify the families of those affected. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and police have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect. The incident has drawn significant attention due to the popularity of the new location and the sudden nature of the violence in a public space.