Full Breakdown
Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Seven Injured
8/4/2026, 12:46:52 PM
Core Event
On Saturday afternoon, a gunman opened fire at the In-N-Out Burger restaurant on Blue Lakes Boulevard in Twin Falls, Idaho, at roughly 2:30 p.m. Police identified the shooter as 24-year-old Chad Williams, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the attack. Authorities say Williams acted alone and a motive has not been released. The incident resulted in three fatalities and seven injuries; two victims remained in critical condition, three were listed as stable, and two were released from the hospital.
Background & Context
The Twin Falls outlet had just opened on July 24 as part of the chain’s expansion into new states. Among the victims was 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California, who had traveled to the restaurant to train workers for the new location.
Chad Williams was a former student at the College of Southern Idaho. He attended the college from 2022 through 2023 and had served as a student senator before being removed from that role in February 2023.
Data & Statistics
- Shooter: Chad Williams, 24, died by self-inflicted gunshot.
- Fatalities: 3 people killed, including Ashley Garibay.
- Injured: 7 people wounded; 2 critical, 3 stable, 2 released.
- Victim profile: Ashley Garibay, 23, In-N-Out employee from Stockton, California.
- Location opening date: July 24.
Official Statements & Responses
Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks said the combined actions of an off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and a private citizen forced the shooter to leave the scene, helping to prevent additional casualties. Hicks added that investigators are working to determine the shooter’s identity and motivations in the coming days and that the threat to the community is over.
Lynsi Snyder, president of In-N-Out Burger, expressed deep sorrow, stating the company will mourn with the families and pray for them during a “very painful season.”
Dr. L. Dean Fisher, president of the College of Southern Idaho, confirmed the college’s cooperation with law-enforcement agencies during the investigation.
Garibay’s family released a statement describing their heartbreak and requesting privacy as they grieve.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I peeked around the right-hand side of that sign closest to the road, and that's when I saw the individual with his rifle pointed at the vehicles,” — Jordan Salinas
- “We believe these actions drove the suspect from the scene and prevented further casualties,” — Matthew Hicks, falls police chief
- “In-N-Out will be mourning with the families and praying for them as they tread through a very painful season,” — Lynsi Snyder, president of In-N-Out Burger
On-the-Ground Reports
Jordan Salinas, a 35-year-old private citizen, recounted spotting the suspect aiming a rifle at passing vehicles and confronting him alongside an armed off-duty Idaho State Police trooper. Salinas described the shooter as initially “unusually comfortable” before the confrontation caused his composure to crumble.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ slightly on the status of the injured: some reports list five victims treated and released, while others note two released and five remaining hospitalized. All accounts agree on the total of three deaths and seven injuries. No motive has been publicly disclosed, and investigators have provided limited details about Williams’ background beyond his college attendance.
What’s Next
Twin Falls officials will continue investigating the shooter’s motivations, with further findings expected in the coming days. Free crisis counseling is available at Rock Creek Elementary School through Sunday evening, with additional services planned for the following week. Roads around the restaurant remain closed, though the nearby Perrine Bridge has reopened to traffic.
