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Twin Falls In-N-Out Shooting Kills 3, Injures 7

8/4/2026

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Chad Williams Shooting

On Aug. 1, 2026, a 24-year-old gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing three and wounding seven before committing suicide.
Police identified the shooter as Chad Williams, a 24-year-old who acted alone.
An off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and a civilian returned fire, which police said helped drive the shooter away.
The FBI is assisting Twin Falls police in investigating the motive.

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Chad Williams Impeached

Chad Williams was impeached as a student-government senator at the College of Southern Idaho in February 2023.
His 2023 student biography listed combat-sports, role-playing, history and gaming interests and noted he was majoring in nursing.
Idaho Senator Mike Crapo described the state as “heartbroken,” praised first responders and pledged federal assistance for the investigation.

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Twin Falls Police Seal

Twin Falls police sealed off Blue Lakes Boulevard, ordered alternate routes and a shelter-in-place at the In-N-Out site.
State troopers, fire crews and FBI agents secured the scene and began a joint investigation.
Chick-fil-A and Magic Valley Mall closed for the day while St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center treated the injured.
Governor Brad Little and In-N-Out COO Denny Warnick posted on X urging prayer, police compliance and a restaurant closure.

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Chad Williams Shooting

On Aug. 1, 2026, a 24-year-old gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing three and wounding seven before committing suicide.
Police identified the shooter as Chad Williams, a 24-year-old who acted alone.
An off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and a civilian returned fire, which police said helped drive the shooter away.
The FBI is assisting Twin Falls police in investigating the motive.

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