r/Firefighting firefighter/paramedic Jun 29 '25

News Multiple firefighters reportedly shot responding a wildland fire in Northern Idaho

https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/p/multiple-firefighters-reportedly

Multiple firefighters have reportedly been shot during a shooting incident on Canfield in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Witnesses on social media claim that law enforcement officers may also have been shot and describe the situation as an active shooter event with additional victims. However, authorities have not yet confirmed these reports.

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u/hat_eater Jun 29 '25

the fire was set intentionally to provide the shooter cover for an ambush

I hope they'll find his carcass well done.

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u/RigaMortizTortoise Jun 30 '25

Hijacking top comment: shooter has been identified as 20 yr old Wess Roley.