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
Angela Johnson and Her Son DeAngelo Johnson Killed After Shooting Inside Home in Chicago, Mother’s Boyfriend in Custody
CHICAGO — A 47-year-old mother and her 27-year-old son were fatally shot inside a residence in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side late Thursday night, September 24, 2026, according to Chicago police.
The victims were identified as Angela Johnson, 47, and DeAngelo Johnson, 27. Police said a suspect, identified as Angela Johnson’s boyfriend, was taken into custody following the shooting.
The deadly shooting happened in the 800 block of North Parkside Avenue at approximately 10:43 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots coming from the basement of the residence and called 911.
When Chicago police officers arrived, they found the two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Angela Johnson was found in the basement with a gunshot wound to her chest. Police-radio traffic indicated she had been shot on the right side of her chest.
DeAngelo Johnson was found on the first floor with multiple gunshot wounds. Radio traffic indicated that he had suffered two gunshot wounds to his back.
Both victims were initially unresponsive and in critical condition. Emergency personnel performed CPR on DeAngelo Johnson before both victims were transported to Mount Sinai Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
According to police-radio traffic, one victim was pronounced dead at approximately 11:18 p.m., while the male victim was pronounced dead around 11:21 p.m.
Investigators found extensive evidence inside the residence, including approximately 23 shell casings in a basement bedroom. Additional shell casings were reportedly recovered in other areas of the basement, including the stairway, main room and bedroom.
Officers initially recovered a firearm and shell casings from the basement bedroom. Police later located a second firearm inside the home, bringing the total number of recovered firearms to two.
Authorities have not publicly stated who owned the firearms or confirmed which weapon, if either, was used in the fatal shooting.
Police also reported that DeAngelo Johnson was wearing an empty holster when officers found him on the first floor. That discovery prompted an officer-safety alert as officers searched the residence for the missing firearm.
Chicago police said the shooting appeared to be domestic-related and identified the alleged offender as the mother’s boyfriend.
Radio traffic indicated that a person had been detained by approximately 11:26 p.m. The official police report later confirmed that the known offender was taken into custody.
Two witnesses were reportedly available to identify the alleged offender, and officers conducted a show-up identification procedure near the scene.
Police have not released additional information about potential charges against the suspect.
The investigation into the Chicago Austin neighborhood double shooting remains ongoing. Detectives are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the shooting, the relationship between the people involved and the role of the two recovered firearms.
The deaths of Angela Johnson and DeAngelo Johnson are being investigated as a double homicide.