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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Police identify suspect in Twin Falls restaurant shooting

A 24-year-old man died by suicide after a shooting at a newly opened In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, that left three people dead and seven injured. Authorities confirmed the suspect acted alone and that the immediate threat to the community has ended.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in three fatalities and seven injuries at a local business, prompting an ongoing investigation by local police and the FBI into the motive and circumstances of the event.

Key Facts

  • The suspect, 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
  • Three people were killed and seven others were injured during the shooting.
  • Of the seven injured, two were treated and released, three are in stable condition, and two are in critical condition.
  • Police believe the suspect acted alone.
  • An off-duty state trooper and an armed citizen fired back at the suspect, which police believe prevented further casualties.
  • The shooting occurred around 2 p.m. on a Saturday at an In-N-Out Burger that opened on July 24.
  • The FBI is requesting public assistance by collecting images and videos related to the event.
  • The restaurant is located in a busy shopping plaza in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Who's Mentioned

personJosh Palmer“Twin Falls spokesperson.”personLane Koehn“Witness to the shooting.”organizationFBI“Federal agency assisting with evidence collection.”locationTwin Falls“City where the shooting occurred.”personHaley Dodaro“Witness to the shooting.”personNayeli Rodriguez“Witness to the shooting.”personMatthew Hicks“Twin Falls Police Chief.”personChad Williams“24-year-old suspect identified by police.”organizationSt. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center“Hospital treating the injured.”personLynsi Snyder“Owner of In-N-Out Burger.”