Crime
Twin Falls In-N-Out Employee Ashley Identified Among Victims in Deadly Shooting
TWIN FALLS, Idaho — One of the victims killed in the deadly mass shooting at the newly opened In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls has been identified as Ashley, an employee who was working during the attack, according to a statement released by In-N-Out Burger owner Lynsi Snyder early Sunday morning.
The shooting, which unfolded outside the restaurant less than two weeks after it opened, left three people dead, including the suspected gunman, and seven others injured, according to the Twin Falls Police Department.
Authorities believe the suspect died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after opening fire on customers and employees.
In a heartfelt statement released shortly after midnight Sunday, Lynsi Snyder confirmed Ashley’s death and honored her dedication to customers.
“She was taking care of our most important asset—our customers—and her life was taken by a disgusting human who doesn’t value the lives of others or his own,” Snyder said.
She added that the company is grieving alongside the victims’ families.
“In-N-Out will be mourning with the families and praying for them as they tread through a very painful season.”
The company has not released additional details about Ashley, but Snyder’s statement described her as a valued employee who was serving customers when the tragedy unfolded.
As investigators continue piecing together the timeline, witness accounts and viral video have drawn widespread attention to the actions of Jordan Salinas, an armed citizen who reportedly confronted the gunman during the shooting.
Cellphone footage captured outside the restaurant shows a man identified by multiple witnesses as Salinas exchanging gunfire with the suspect while customers and employees scrambled to escape.
Witness Lane Koehn, who recorded part of the incident from his vehicle, said Salinas’ actions may have distracted the gunman long enough for numerous people inside and outside the restaurant to flee to safety.
The video appears to show Salinas drawing his handgun—reportedly equipped with a suppressor—and advancing toward the suspect while under fire. At one point, he stumbles and dives into nearby bushes before regaining his footing and continuing to confront the shooter.
Police have not officially confirmed Salinas’ role in stopping the attack or whether he struck the suspect. Authorities also have not publicly credited any civilian intervention with preventing additional casualties.
Twin Falls police said the shooting claimed three lives, including the suspected gunman, while seven others were wounded.
Among those injured was Terry Dudley, who family members said was shot while inside a blue Tesla parked near the restaurant. He underwent surgery and was reported to be in stable condition.
Relatives connected to another gray Tesla involved in the incident said the vehicle’s driver was killed, while the passenger survived and continues to receive medical treatment.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of all victims or provided further details regarding the deceased.
Investigators have not released a motive for the shooting, and the suspect’s identity has not been publicly disclosed.
Several videos circulating online reportedly show the gunman firing at multiple vehicles, including the Teslas parked near the restaurant, before the shooting ended.
Detectives continue interviewing witnesses, reviewing surveillance footage, and processing evidence as they work to establish a complete timeline of the attack.
Following the shooting, social media users highlighted a 2024 post by Jordan Salinas in which he shared a photo of himself training with what appeared to be a firearm similar to the one seen in the viral footage.
The post included the message:
“Train like your life depends on it. Because God forbid, one day, it might. Stay free, stay safe and stay frosty.”
The post has since been widely shared as many have praised Salinas for reportedly risking his own life to confront the gunman and protect strangers during the deadly attack.
While many have hailed Salinas as a hero, law enforcement has not yet issued an official statement detailing his involvement or confirming whether his actions directly prevented further casualties.
The Twin Falls Police Department continues to investigate the shooting, and additional information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Ihor Demianenko Identified as Driver in North Hollywood Crash That Killed 3 and Critically Injured 2, Held on $6 Million Bail
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES — A 61-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after a vehicle crashed into pedestrians and street vendors near a Metro station in North Hollywood, killing three women and injuring two others.
The driver, identified as Ihor Demianenko, is being held on more than $6 million bail. In addition to the suspected DUI offense, he is facing three counts of murder in connection with the deadly crash, according to authorities.
The collision happened shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday near the Metro station on North Lankershim Boulevard, close to Chandler Boulevard, during the evening rush hour.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Demianenko was driving a white minivan southbound on Lankershim Boulevard at what investigators described as an unsafe speed. The vehicle reportedly veered off the roadway and struck several pedestrians and food vendors on the sidewalk.
Demianenko became trapped inside the minivan and had to be extricated by emergency responders. He was taken to a hospital with minor injuries before being arrested on suspicion of felony DUI.
Three women were pronounced dead at the scene. The LAPD confirmed that the victims were 40, 53 and 69 years old. Their identities had not been publicly released in the information available.
Two additional women, believed to be between 50 and 55 years old, were struck and transported to a hospital in critical condition.
The crash occurred in an area where street vendors regularly sell food and other items near the Metro station entrance and exit. Witnesses told local media that at least two of the women who died were longtime food vendors who had worked in the area for years.
The deaths have deeply affected commuters, customers and neighborhood residents who regularly encountered the women.
People familiar with the vendors described them as friendly and generous community members who welcomed customers and sometimes provided food even to people who could not afford to pay.
A growing memorial appeared near the crash site Wednesday as people stopped to pay their respects and remember the women.
Joseph Portillo, who said he saw the vendors regularly, expressed sadness over their deaths and the impact on their families and children.
Another vendor, Noe Orozco, told local media that he worked alongside the women and regularly dropped them off in the morning and picked them up later in the day. He said he had just picked them up as usual when he came upon the devastating crash scene and discovered that one of his colleagues had died.
The Los Angeles Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision, including the events leading up to the minivan leaving the roadway.
Demianenko remains in custody on more than $6 million bail. He has been arrested on suspicion of DUI and is facing three murder counts.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to establish the full sequence of events that led to the deaths and injuries.