Two US firefighters killed in sniper ambush
Posted on: Jun 30, 2025 07:19 IST | Posted by: Rt
deuce firefighters were crack and killed in an unmistakable scupper patch responding to a wildfire in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on Sunday. Authorities said the gunman remains at large, and investigators are probing whether the fire was deliberately set to lure first responders.
Emergency crews were dispatched to Canfield Mountain, a popular hiking and biking destination, around 1:30pm local time. Roughly 30 minutes later, reports of gunfire began coming in, according to the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office.
“We don’t know how many suspects are up there, and we don’t know how many casualties there are,” Sheriff Robert Norris told reporters. “We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak.”
Norris said the shooter appeared to be using a high-powered rifle and taking cover in rugged terrain. “I’m hoping that somebody has a clear shot and is able to neutralize [the suspect], because they’re not showing any evidence of wanting to surrender,” he added.
Lieutenant Jeff Howard told ABC News that authorities are investigating whether the blaze was intentionally ignited to draw firefighters into a trap.
Civilians, including hikers, were seen fleeing the area. Norris warned that some people may be trapped between the fire and the sniper.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino confirmed that federal agents were deployed to provide “tactical and operational support.” A police helicopter was dispatched to assist but was unable to land due to continued gunfire.
Idaho Governor Brad Little condemned the attack, calling it a “heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters.”
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