Twin Falls Community Praises Bystander in In-N-Out Shooting
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Twin Falls Community Praises Bystander in In-N-Out Shooting
- During an August 1, 2026, shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, an armed civilian, Jordan Salinas, confronted the 24-year-old gunman, Chad Williams, who killed three people and injured seven others.
- Salinas, a 35-year-old healthcare worker, along with an off-duty Idaho state trooper, exchanged gunfire with Williams, actions that police credit with diverting the shooter and preventing further casualties.
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On August 1, 2026, a mass shooting occurred at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to seven others. The gunman, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Amidst the chaos, Jordan Salinas, a 35-year-old armed civilian, and an off-duty Idaho state trooper confronted Williams. Salinas, a healthcare worker from Kimberly, Idaho, was arriving at the In-N-Out with his girlfriend when he heard gunshots and saw people fleeing. He drew his semi-automatic pistol and moved towards the sound of gunfire, engaging Williams.
Police Chief Matthew Hicks stated that the actions of Salinas and the off-duty officer were instrumental in driving the suspect away from the restaurant and preventing additional casualties. Salinas reportedly began serious firearms training after a 2021 shooting at the Boise Towne Square mall, motivated by concerns for his wheelchair-bound brother.
The victims of the shooting were identified as 23-year-old Ashley Garibay of Stockton, California, 66-year-old Dale Schultz of Salt Lake City, Utah, and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch of Hagerman, Idaho. Ashley Garibay was an In-N-Out employee working at the new Twin Falls location to train staff. Investigators are still working to determine Williams’ motive for the attack.