Full Breakdown
Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger Mass Shooting: Timeline, Victims, and Community Response
8/8/2026, 10:08:16 PM
Core Event
In early August 2026, 24-year-old Chad Williams drove a white Honda Civic into the drive-thru lane of the newly opened In-N-Out Burger on Blue Lakes Boulevard in Twin Falls, Idaho. He opened fire through the payment window, killing employee Ashley Garibay, 23. He then exited the vehicle and shot Christopher Claunch, 59, who was seated in his car. The gunman continued the assault outside the restaurant, firing at patrons on Blue Lakes Boulevard, at a Tesla-charging station, and later at a nearby Visitor Center parking lot. Ten people were struck; three died and seven were wounded. Williams’ handgun jammed, prompting him to retrieve a rifle from his car before he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after officers confronted him on a canyon trail. Investigators have not identified a motive and treat the case as a lone-actor incident.
Background & Context
The Twin Falls In-N-Out location opened in late July 2026 as part of the chain’s expansion into Idaho. The restaurant’s debut attracted hundreds of shoppers to the strip-mall plaza on the Saturday of the attack.
Timeline
- ?2:30 p.m., Saturday – Williams pulls up to the drive-thru, rolls down his window, and shoots Garibay through the payment slot.
- Moments later – He parks, exits the vehicle, and shoots Claunch in his car.
- Shortly after – He returns to the window, fires into the restaurant; his handgun jams.
- Following the jam – Williams retrieves a semi-automatic rifle from his trunk and fires at vehicles stopped at a red light, wounding three.
- Next – He fires at two Teslas at a charging station, killing Dale Schultz, 66, and wounding a passenger.
- Later – He moves toward the Twin Falls Visitor Center, where an employee engages him on a walking trail, allowing others to escape.
- ?3 minutes after the first shots – First responding officer arrives; a total of 150 first responders from 19 agencies converge on the scene.
- Final moments – Officers locate Williams on the canyon rim; he turns his weapon on himself, ending the rampage.
Data & Statistics
- Fatalities: 3 (Garibay, Claunch, Schultz)
- Injured: 7 (including a motorcyclist, a Tesla driver, and former officer Austin James)
- People shot: 10
- First responders: ?150 from 19 agencies
- Weapons used: handgun, semi-automatic rifle
Official Statements & Responses
Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks emphasized the lack of a known motive and praised the bravery of citizens and first responders. In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder expressed sorrow for the victims and pledged support as the restaurant reopened. The FBI and Idaho State Police remain involved in the investigation.
On-the-Ground Reports
Shane Klaas described the injured motorcyclist Steven Pixley’s reaction after being shot, noting his “wonderful” attitude despite severe injuries.
What’s Next
The investigation continues with assistance from the FBI, Idaho State Police, and local agencies. Authorities are soliciting any additional video or photographic evidence from the public. A victim-support center remains open, and In-N-Out plans to resume service at the Twin Falls location, citing a commitment to the community.
