Coeur d'Alene shooting suspect caught? Claims of car located emerge; first details out

Hours after multiple firefighters were shot in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on Sunday, claims about the suspect's car being located emerged on social media

Updated on: Jun 30, 2025, 06:57:51 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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Hours after multiple firefighters were shot in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on Sunday, claims about the suspect's car being located emerged on social media. Locals cited scanner audio to say that authorities have possibly found a car, which they believe could be connected to the incident. However, officials have yet to confirm these details. A Kootenai County, Idaho sheriff press conference will be held at 9:30 pm PT/12:30 AM ET.

Armored law enforcement vehicles are seen at Cherry Hill Park after multiple firefighters were attacked when responding to a fire in the Canfield Mountain area (REUTERS)

This comes as firefighters were ambushed by sniper fire while responding to a blaze, which was possibly a bait for first responders. At least two people were killed. Sheriff Bob Norris noted that there could be more injuries and casualties.

“We don't know how many suspects are up there, and we don't know how many casualties there are,” Norris told reporters at a news conference.

“We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak.”

Governor Brad Little said “multiple” firefighters were attacked. “This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more," Little said on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

Meanwhile, people listening to live police scanners said that officers have possibly located a car. FlightRadar maps showed at least two choppers searching for the suspect in the mountain area.

“2 Spokane County Sheriff Helicopters assisting - Searching for a Suspect - possibly the suspect car was located,” one person tweeted. An alert page made the same claim.

Authorities said that the suspect/s are on the run. No reports of arrests have emerged so far.

Meanwhile, Kootenai County Emergency Management Office asked people to avoid the area around Canfield Mountain Trailhead and Nettleton Gulch Road, about 6.5 km north of downtown Coeur d'Alene.

The FBI has responded to the scene with technical teams and tactical support, Deputy Director Dan Bongino said.

“It remains an active, and very dangerous scene,” he wrote in a post on X.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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