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Idaho Drive-Through Shooting Kills Three, Shooter Takes Own Life

8/9/2026

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Williams Drive-through Shooting

On August 1, 2026, Chad Williams opened fire on the drive-through of an In-NOut Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing three people and wounding seven.
Williams’ handgun jammed, prompting him to exit his white Honda Civic and retrieve a rifle.
An off-duty Idaho State Police trooper exchanged fire with Williams.
Former officer Austin James was wounded while confronting Williams.
Williams fled toward a canyon rim and died from a self-inflicted gunshot.

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In-N-Out Reopens

In-N-Out Burger reopened its Twin Falls location on Friday, Aug. 7, at 4:15 p.m., mirroring the 1948 Baldwin Park opening.
The company thanked the Twin Falls Fire Department, Magic Valley Paramedics, an Idaho State trooper and two civilians on Facebook.
A vigil that afternoon drew hundreds, featured prayers, a “Amazing Grace” rendition, and remarks from Harry Teagan and David Graham.
Local donors contributed $630 for a gift-card honoring Jordan Salinas’s bravery during the shooting.

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Williams Drive-through Shooting

On August 1, 2026, Chad Williams opened fire on the drive-through of an In-NOut Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing three people and wounding seven.
Williams’ handgun jammed, prompting him to exit his white Honda Civic and retrieve a rifle.
An off-duty Idaho State Police trooper exchanged fire with Williams.
Former officer Austin James was wounded while confronting Williams.
Williams fled toward a canyon rim and died from a self-inflicted gunshot.

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