Idaho In-N-Out Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 7 Injured on August 1

A shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho on Saturday, August 1 killed three people and wounded seven others, some critically. Police found the suspected gunman dead near the restaurant around 2:30 p.m. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks said the threat to the community is over, though authorities are still working to identify the shooter and determine his motive.

What happened at the Twin Falls restaurant

Police responded to shots fired at the In-N-Out on Blue Lakes Boulevard at 2:29 p.m. on Saturday. Witnesses reported seeing a person with an AR-style rifle emerge from the drive-thru. One bystander, Lane Koehn, 34, said a man with a pistol began firing at the shooter. The gunman fired at least three or four rounds, according to Koehn, and it was unclear whether anyone in particular was targeted. The shooter then ended his life shortly after, according to In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder.

Victims and the restaurant’s response

At least one victim was an In-N-Out employee. Snyder confirmed the death in a social media post: “She was taking care of our most important asset – our Customers, and her life was taken by a disgusting human.” Multiple victims were transported to St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center. Some injured people remain in critical condition. The In-N-Out location had just opened the previous week. In-N-Out Chief Operating Officer Denny Warnick issued a statement: “We are heartbroken. Our prayers go out to our Customers, our Associates, and all of their families.”

Investigation and community response

Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks said police are still trying to determine the shooter’s identity and motive. Hundreds of people were in the busy shopping plaza at the time and are being interviewed. Roads in the area were closed initially, though the Perrine Bridge reopened to both directions. St. Luke’s Health System issued a critical alert urging the public to avoid their Magic Valley hospital unless there was an emergency. Officials said they expect the final casualty count to be higher as the investigation continues.

Why this matters for public safety

The shooting underscores the risk of gun violence in public spaces. Everytown for Gun Safety noted in a statement that “we should be able to enjoy a meal, or go to work, without fearing for our lives.” The incident occurred at a newly opened restaurant in a busy shopping center, where hundreds of people were present on a Saturday afternoon. Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact law enforcement.

Final Thoughts

Three people are dead and seven wounded after a shooting at a Twin Falls In-N-Out on August 1. The suspect is dead, and police say the immediate threat has ended. Investigators are still working to identify the gunman and determine his motive.

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