Summary
Two firefighters were killed by gunfire while responding to a fire on Canfield Mountain in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. A man believed to be the shooter was later found dead nearby. Authorities suspect the fire was started intentionally as an ambush against the firefighters.
Key Facts
- The incident occurred in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, at Canfield Mountain.
- The fire started around 1:22 pm, and gunfire began approximately 30 minutes later.
- Two firefighters lost their lives, and a third was injured and is in stable condition.
- Authorities believe the fire was started deliberately to target firefighters.
- Police found a dead man, suspected to be the shooter, near the scene.
- Kootenai County Sheriff stated the suspect was likely acting alone.
- The area is popular for hiking and mountain biking, located near a national forest.
- The shelter-in-place order was lifted on Monday after the situation was controlled.
