Topic overview
In brief
- A mass shooting occurred at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, resulting in three fatalities.
- Ashley Garibay, a 23-year-old employee, was identified as one of the victims, along with Cristopher Claunch, 59.
- The incident has raised concerns about gun violence and community safety.
Summary
In Idaho, a tragic mass shooting occurred at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls on Saturday afternoon, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The shooter, identified as Chad Williams, 24, opened fire with a rifle, causing chaos and panic among customers and employees. Ashley Garibay, 23, an employee from Stockton, California, was among the victims, as well as Cristopher Claunch, 59, who was visiting the restaurant for the first time. The incident unfolded around 2 p.m. and quickly escalated into a violent scene that spilled into the parking lot.
Witnesses reported seeing Williams emerge from the drive-thru with what appeared to be an AR-style rifle. In a courageous response, two armed bystanders returned fire at Williams in the parking lot, attempting to protect others. Amid the chaos, one In-N-Out employee bravely dragged a wounded co-worker to safety while others rendered assistance until paramedics arrived. The police described the scene as very chaotic, highlighting the fear and confusion that engulfed the area during the shooting.