A tragic incident unfolded in Idaho, US, on June 29, when firefighters battling a wildfire were ambushed by a gunman. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least two firefighters, with a third fighting for his life after surgery.
Law enforcement officers exchanged gunfire with the suspect, who showed no signs of surrendering. The gunman targeted firefighters, who were defenseless against the sudden attack.
Authorities ordered residents to shelter in place until the standoff was over. The gunman was later confirmed dead, although it was unclear whether he was killed by officers or took his own life.
The motive behind the shooting remains unknown, and authorities are working to identify the suspect. The wildfire that prompted the firefighters' presence continues to rage on the mountainside in Kootenai County.
Local fire chief Pat Riley expressed his heartbreak over the attack, highlighting the bravery and sacrifice of the firefighters.
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