Kathmandu— On August 2, 2026, multiple people were killed and others injured when a gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. The shooting occurred near a busy shopping area where hundreds of people were present, according to police chief Matthew Hicks. The suspected shooter was among the dead, but authorities are still working to determine his identity and motive.

Fatalities and Injuries

Local media reported that three individuals were killed and two injured in the shooting incident. However, city officials expect the number of victims to be higher as police continue their investigation. The exact number of fatalities remains unclear at this time.

Hospital spokesperson Taylor Marschner confirmed that multiple people were taken to St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center for treatment.

Investigation and Scene Details

Police chief Matthew Hicks stated during a news conference that the scene was chaotic, with authorities still trying to ascertain the shooter’s identity and motive. Video footage from local media showed what appeared to be a young man carrying a long gun outside the restaurant shortly after the shooting.

The In-N-Out Burger location in Twin Falls had only been open for one week prior to the incident.

(With inputs from DW)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.