NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 3, 2026Hillsborough
Police confirm suspect in Twin Falls restaurant shooting died by self-inflicted gunshot
The suspect in a fatal shooting at a Twin Falls fast-food restaurant died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police stated that an off-duty officer and a citizen fired shots that diverted the gunman during the incident.
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This report clarifies the conclusion of a violent incident in a local business, confirming the suspect acted alone and is deceased.
Key Facts
- The suspect, 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- An off-duty officer and a citizen fired shots at the suspect during the incident.
- The shots fired by the officer and citizen diverted the suspect.
- Investigators confirmed the suspect acted alone.
Who's Mentioned
personJosh Palmer“Twin Falls spokesperson who provided initial details on the scene.”personChad Williams“Identified by police as the 24-year-old suspect who died by suicide.”personNayeli Rodriguez“Witness who was inside the restaurant during the shooting.”personMatthew Hicks“Twin Falls Police Chief who provided updates on the investigation.”personHaley Dodaro“Witness who was in the drive-thru line during the incident.”organizationFBI“Federal agency requesting public assistance with evidence.”locationTwin Falls“City in Idaho where the shooting occurred.”personLane Koehn“Witness who observed the shooting from a nearby stoplight.”personLynsi Snyder“Owner of In-N-Out who released a statement regarding the loss of an employee.”