Crime
Two Firefighters Killed, One in Surgery After IAFF Members Ambushed While Responding to Wildfire in Coeur d’Alene
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — A devastating and ongoing active shooter situation unfolded today near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho, where firefighters were ambushed by sniper fire while responding to a wildfire, resulting in at least two confirmed fatalities and multiple other casualties.
Authorities have described the attack as a targeted and violent act, and the area remains extremely dangerous.
According to initial reports, fire units responded around 1:21 p.m. to a brush fire reported on the east side of Canfield Mountain.
By approximately 2:00 p.m., distress calls were made indicating that firefighters were being shot at.
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) later confirmed that two firefighters were killed, and a third remains in surgery after being critically wounded.
“While responding to a fire earlier today in Coeur d’Alene, IAFF members were ambushed in a heinous act of violence. Two of our brothers were killed by a sniper, and a third brother remains in surgery. Please keep them, their families, and law enforcement in your prayers,” the IAFF said in a statement.
Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris confirmed in a preliminary briefing that officers and deputies are “actively taking sniper fire” from elevated terrain on Canfield Mountain.
The shooter is believed to be using modern, high-powered sporting rifles, and the terrain is proving difficult for responders to navigate safely.
“This is a very fresh and active situation,” Sheriff Norris stated. “If these individuals are not neutralized quickly, this could likely turn into a multi-day operation.”
The shelter-in-place order remains in effect, and officials are urging all residents to stay indoors and away from the Canfield Mountain area.
Authorities are also concerned that civilians may be trapped or in shock on the mountain and are working to locate and assist them.
In an extraordinary and urgent public message, Sheriff Norris called on armed residents in the area to assist, stating:
“I’m hoping somebody has a clear shot and is able to neutralize [the shooter], because they’re not showing any indication of wanting to surrender. So as soon as someone has a clear shot, I encourage them to take that shot and neutralize the threat.”
When asked by reporters if there could be multiple shooters, Norris replied:
“Yes. Oh, yeah. Yep. That’s what the officers and deputies are reporting up on the mountain right now.”
Authorities are still trying to determine whether gunfire is coming from multiple shooters or a single suspect moving between positions.
- Two Spokane County Sheriff’s helicopters are assisting with aerial surveillance and suspect detection.
- A medical helicopter was deployed to evacuate critically injured victims.
- A possible suspect vehicle has been located, but no arrests have been made as of this report.
Due to continued sniper fire, fire crews were forced to retreat, leaving the wildfire on Canfield Mountain actively burning and uncontained.
A formal press conference is expected within the next 3 to 4 hours, barring any major developments.
This is an active and extremely dangerous situation.
Local, state, and federal agencies remain engaged in a unified response.
Residents are urged to avoid the area and monitor official updates for further instructions.
This story is developing.
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.