Idaho Shooter Kills Two Firefighters Ambushing Wildfire Response

In Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 20-year-old Wess Roley allegedly ambushed firefighters responding to a deliberately set wildfire on Canfield Mountain, killing two battalion chiefs and critically injuring a third before taking his own life. Roley, who had expressed a desire to become a firefighter and had inquired about joining a local fire station, was living out of his vehicle and had recently shown signs of personal decline, according to a former roommate. Authorities found that Roley had a preoccupation with guns and Nazi symbolism from his past, though no clear motive for the attack has been determined. The incident has deeply affected local fire departments, prompting them to add law enforcement presence to all calls for the safety of responders. Law enforcement used helicopters with snipers and cellphone data to track Roley during the manhunt, which ended when his body was found with his firearm. The community and officials continue to grapple with the tragedy, emphasizing increased safety measures and the emotional toll on first responders.