Idaho In-n-out Shooting Victims Honored for Their Kindness

WHO:

AP - Dale Schultz, 66, of Salt Lake City, died from gunshot wounds, and his wife, Reinette, remains hospitalized after undergoing two reconstructive surgeries.

AP - Garren Taylor, a friend of Christopher Claunch, stated that Claunch completed a rehab program for alcohol abuse at Renaissance Ranch Recovery Center in Rupert, Idaho, a couple of years ago.

ABC News - Dale Schultz's wife was injured in the shooting and remains hospitalized as she recovers from her injuries.

CBS News - Austin James, a former law enforcement officer, confronted the gunman during the attack and was treated at the scene by his wife and a friend, both emergency room nurses.

ABC News - Ashley Garibay worked for In-N-Out on a team that trained new employees away from her home in Stockton.

ABC News - Garibay's family described her as an “amazing, beautiful soul who loved living life.”

ABC News - Garren Taylor, a friend of Christopher Claunch, stated that Claunch dedicated his life to helping others get sober.

CBS News - In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder expressed her sorrow over Garibay's death, stating, "My heart is broken, my chest is heavy, my eyes burn from the tears I've shed."

ABC News - The victims identified are Ashley Garibay, 23, from Stockton, California; Dale Schultz, 66, of Salt Lake City, Utah; and Christopher Claunch, 59, of Hagerman, Idaho.

CBS News - The gunman was identified as Chad Williams, 24 years old.

CBS News - Austin James, a former law enforcement officer, confronted the gunman during the attack.

ABC News - Steven Pixley was among those injured in the shooting.

WHAT:

AP - A GoFundMe page was created to help with medical and funeral expenses for Reinette Schultz, who is facing many surgeries and a long recovery period.

AP - Around 100 people gathered at a prayer vigil for Dale Schultz at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Bountiful, Utah.

ABC News - A candlelight vigil was held at Twin Falls City Park, where community members wrote notes on large blue hearts arranged on crosses for the victims.

CBS News - Flags in Twin Falls will be at half-staff until next week in honor of the victims.

ABC News - A candlelight vigil was held at Twin Falls City Park, where community members wrote notes on large blue hearts arranged on crosses for the victims.

CBS News - Flags in Twin Falls will be at half-staff until next week in honor of the victims.

KUTV - The Twin Falls Police Department established a Family Assistance Center to provide information, support, and services for victims, survivors, and their families.

ABC News - Hundreds of community members gathered at a vigil in Twin Falls, many holding candles or roses.

CBS News - A Family Assistance Center was established by the Twin Falls Police Department to provide support and services for victims and their families.

ABC News - Three people were killed when a gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger in Idaho.

CBS News - Seven others were wounded in the attack.

ABC News - The gunman shot and killed himself after the attack.

ABC News - A candlelight vigil was held to honor the victims.

CBS News - Police opened a center for those affected by the shooting to get support and collect personal items.

WHERE:

ABC News - The shooting occurred at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho.

CBS News - The vigil took place at Twin Falls City Park.

WHEN:

ABC News - The In-N-Out location opened in late July as part of the California chain’s Idaho expansion.

CBS News - The shooting occurred on a Saturday.

WHY:

ABC News - Police are still trying to determine a motive for the shooting.

HOW:

AP - The gunman, Chad Williams, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after two armed good Samaritans opened fire on him in the restaurant’s parking lot.

ABC News - Steven Pixley was left without use of three of his fingers due to his injuries from the shooting, and doctors are waiting for the swelling to go down before performing surgery.

CBS News - Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks stated, “Our primary concern is providing support, resources, and timely information to the 10 immediate families directly affected by this tragic incident.”

CBS News - Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks emphasized the department's commitment to providing support, stating, “These families are experiencing an unimaginable loss or injured family member, and they deserve compassion, privacy, and every available measure of assistance our department and partner agencies can provide.”

ABC News - Witnesses described a chaotic scene with shots fired; an off-duty state trooper and a civilian fired on the gunman, diverting him from the restaurant.

CBS News - A bullet struck Steven Pixley while he was riding his motorcycle near the In-N-Out.

(UPDATED August 6, 2026 05:02 UTC)

Dale Schultz, 66, of Salt Lake City, has died from gunshot wounds, while his wife, Reinette, is currently hospitalized after undergoing two reconstructive surgeries. A GoFundMe page has been established to assist with her medical and funeral expenses, and around 100 people gathered for a prayer vigil at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Bountiful, Utah. The gunman, Chad Williams, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after two armed good Samaritans intervened and opened fire on him in the restaurant’s parking lot.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 23:51 UTC)

In a tragic incident, Dale Schultz's wife was injured in the shooting and is currently hospitalized as she recovers. Meanwhile, Austin James, a former law enforcement officer, bravely confronted the gunman during the attack and received treatment at the scene from his wife and a friend, both of whom are emergency room nurses. Community members gathered for a candlelight vigil at Twin Falls City Park, where they wrote notes on large blue hearts arranged on crosses for the victims, while flags in the area will remain at half-staff until next week in their honor.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 18:27 UTC)

A candlelight vigil was held at Twin Falls City Park, where community members expressed their grief by writing notes on large blue hearts arranged on crosses for the victims. In a show of solidarity, flags in Twin Falls will be at half-staff until next week, while the Twin Falls Police Department has set up a Family Assistance Center to offer support and resources for victims and their families. Police Chief Matthew Hicks emphasized that their primary concern is to provide timely information and assistance to the ten immediate families directly affected by this tragic incident.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 11:22 UTC)

A vigil was held in Twin Falls, where hundreds of community members gathered to honor the memory of Ashley Garibay, who worked for In-N-Out and was described by her family as an “amazing, beautiful soul who loved living life.” In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder expressed her sorrow over Garibay's death, saying, "My heart is broken, my chest is heavy, my eyes burn from the tears I've shed." To support those affected, the Twin Falls Police Department established a Family Assistance Center, with Police Chief Matthew Hicks emphasizing the department's commitment to providing compassion and assistance to families facing unimaginable loss.

(UPDATED August 5, 2026 08:23 UTC)

A tragic shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, has left three people dead, including 23-year-old Ashley Garibay, 66-year-old Dale Schultz, and 59-year-old Christopher Claunch, while seven others were injured. The gunman, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, took his own life after the attack, which witnesses described as chaotic, with an off-duty state trooper and a civilian intervening to divert him from the restaurant. In the aftermath, a candlelight vigil was held at Twin Falls City Park to honor the victims, as police continue to investigate the motive behind this devastating incident.