Crime
Idaho Sheriff Urges Armed Residents to Neutralize Shooter as Officers Take Sniper Fire Near Canfield Mountain
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — A rapidly unfolding crisis near Canfield Mountain continues to grip northern Idaho after multiple firefighters were ambushed and shot while responding to a wildfire.
Law enforcement remains under active sniper fire, and officials have confirmed at least two fatalities with an unknown number of additional casualties.
Timeline of Events:
- At 1:21 p.m., emergency dispatchers received reports of a brush fire on the eastern slope of Canfield Mountain near Coeur d’Alene.
- Firefighters were dispatched to the area, but by approximately 2:00 p.m., alarming reports surfaced that crews were being shot at while battling the blaze.
- According to preliminary updates, at least two people are confirmed dead, both believed to be firefighters. The exact number of wounded remains unconfirmed, and some civilians may be stranded or in shock on the mountain amid the violence.
Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris held a briefing Saturday afternoon, describing the situation as “very fresh, very active,” confirming that law enforcement officers are “actively taking sniper fire” from an elevated position on the mountain.
Sheriff Norris said the shooter or shooters appear to be using modern, high-powered sporting rifles, and the level of danger remains extreme for all personnel in the area.
“If these individuals are not neutralized quickly, this could become a multi-day operation,” he warned.
A shelter-in-place order remains in effect for the surrounding area. Authorities are urging residents to avoid the Canfield Mountain region entirely.
In an unorthodox but urgent public message, Sheriff Norris encouraged any armed and capable civilians in the immediate area to assist if the opportunity presents itself:
“I’m hoping somebody has a clear shot and is able to neutralize [the shooter], because they’re not showing any indication of surrendering. So as soon as someone has a clear shot, I encourage them to take it and neutralize the threat.”
Multiple Shooters?
The number of suspects involved remains unknown.
When questioned by a reporter about whether gunfire was coming from more than one location, the sheriff confirmed:
“Yes. Oh, yeah. Yep. That’s what officers and deputies are reporting up on the mountain right now.”
Investigators have not yet determined whether there are multiple active shooters or if a single suspect is moving across the terrain.
Ongoing Response:
- Two Spokane County Sheriff’s Office helicopters are assisting with aerial surveillance and suspect tracking.
- One medical helicopter has been dispatched to evacuate the injured.
- A possible suspect vehicle has been located, but no arrests have been confirmed.
- Fire crews have withdrawn due to the threat, leaving multiple fire fronts still burning on the mountain.
A formal press conference is anticipated within the next 3–4 hours, barring any major developments. Law enforcement, fire officials, and emergency responders are working jointly to contain both the physical fire and the ongoing armed threat.
Authorities continue to urge all residents: stay indoors, stay away, and do not approach the scene under any circumstances unless directed by law enforcement.
This is a developing emergency, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.