Three people were killed Saturday when a gunman opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho. The victims have been identified by authorities as Ashley Garibay, 23, of Stockton, California; Dale Schultz, 66, of Salt Lake City; and Christopher Claunch, 59, of Hagerman, Idaho.
Police identified the gunman as 24-year-old Chad Williams. Investigators are confident that Williams acted alone but are still working to determine a motive for the attack. Williams died by suicide at the scene, according to authorities.
Garibay was an employee at the In-N-Out location, which recently opened as part of the chain's Idaho expansion. Her family described her as an "amazing, beautiful soul" who was adventurous, outgoing, smart, and driven. She had recently started working at the restaurant and dreamed of managing a store.
Claunch, known to friends as "Toph," had a history of helping others overcome alcohol abuse. A friend said Claunch dedicated his life to sobriety after completing a rehab program himself a couple of years ago, assisting hundreds of people. "His attitude was: ‘I get to help someone today,’ " a friend recalled.
Schultz was remembered by the Madeleine Choir School in Salt Lake City as a "beloved alumni parent" and "gifted artist." His wife, Reinette, was injured in the shooting and remains hospitalized.
Community members gathered at a park in Twin Falls on Tuesday night for a vigil to honor the victims. Hundreds attended the event, with some holding candles and roses and others praying together.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene unfolding inside and around the restaurant. One customer reported hearing shots from the kitchen, while another in the drive-thru saw people running and restaurant workers fleeing.
An off-duty state trooper and a civilian engaged the gunman, diverting him from the restaurant, police said. Among those injured was Steven Pixley, who was riding his motorcycle nearby when he heard a shot and sustained an injury to his left hand and arm, requiring surgery. Pixley had recently moved to Twin Falls and was working to rebuild his life, according to his cousin.
A center has been established to support those affected by the shooting and to assist with the collection of personal items left at the scene. Flags in Twin Falls will be flown at half-staff until next week.