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Cedar News
5 days ago
- Cedar News
NEW: Wess Roley, Former Military Reservist, Lured Firefighters into Deadly Ambush with Mountain Blaze
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho — June 30, 2025 — A tragic ambush in the Idaho mountains has left one firefighter critically injured and a community shaken, as investigators identify the suspected shooter as Wess Roley. Law enforcement officials believe Roley intentionally set a wildfire on Canfield Mountain to lure emergency crews into a deadly trap before opening fire on them with high-powered hunting rifles. A Calculated Ambush The deadly incident began around 1:30 p.m. on Sunday when first responders were dispatched to reports of a wildfire near Coeur d'Alene. Just 30 minutes after arriving at the remote and heavily wooded area, firefighters came under fire from an unseen sniper. 'Everybody's shot up here. Send law enforcement now,' one panicked responder can be heard shouting in disturbing audio recorded on Broadcastify. As crews took cover behind fire trucks, chaos erupted across the mountain. Hikers and bikers ran for their lives, while local and federal officers rushed to the scene. Nearly 300 personnel responded, working frantically to secure the area. By 3:15 p.m., authorities were able to trace the shooter's location via cellphone tracking. When SWAT teams arrived, Roley was found dead. Officials have not yet confirmed whether he was killed by law enforcement or took his own life. Motive Remains a Mystery Sheriff Bob Norris of Kootenai County called the event a 'premeditated ambush,' emphasizing that the fire crews were blindsided. 'These firefighters did not have a chance,' Norris said during a press conference. The sheriff's department has confirmed that the suspect used the fire to lure in responders, raising serious concerns about the deliberate targeting of emergency personnel. Governor Brad Little responded to the news with a statement on social media: '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.' Investigation Ongoing The fire, which tore through the mountainside, destroyed much of the physical evidence at the crime scene. However, authorities were able to recover the shooter's body before evacuating due to fire danger. The investigation is expected to resume Monday as officials sift through what remains. One firefighter who was critically wounded has since stabilized following emergency surgery, officials confirmed Monday morning. Death Penalty on the Table? While the shooter is confirmed dead, the gravity of the crime — a targeted attack on emergency workers — has prompted Idaho lawmakers to call for severe consequences in future cases. Some are already discussing expanding death penalty eligibility in attacks on first responders.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Two Firefighters Were Executed, and a Third Wounded, In Idaho Sniper Attack
Two Firefighters Were Executed, and a Third Wounded, In Idaho Sniper Attack originally appeared on L.A. Mag. At least two firefighters were fatally shot and at least one was critically injured while responding to what appears to be an intentionally set brush fire in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. At least one active shooter continues to fire at law enforcement with high-powered rifles, according to Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris, who said civilians were trying to get off Canfield Mountain, where the brush fire broke out, drawing the victims to the scene. 'We are actively taking sniper fire as we speak,' Norris said, adding that the number of victims hit by gunfire remained unclear. He did have a message for the swarms of law enforcement who raced to the scene: "As soon as someone gets a clear shot, I encourage them to take it and neutralize the threat. We will neutralize this threat." The chaotic scene unfolded Sunday afternoon when firefighters responded to a call for a brush fire around 1:30 p.m. local time, and found themselves under attack almost immediately. The desperation as first responders took what Norris called "rapid fire" could be heard as firefighters radioed for help, a chilling broadcast that was posted by Broadcastify. "Two battalion chiefs down, two officers injured,' a first responder said over the radio, according to the recording. 'I have no idea where the shooters [are] at or where they're going, in which direction. I would recommend that our units, all of our firing units, escape further down the pavement towards town, maybe a half a mile or so to a safe staging area,' a voice on the first responder radio have not confirmed the total number of people injured or whether they've been able to evacuate everyone from the area.'We're going to need multiple ambulances for ALS care," the speaker continued. "As soon as we can get law enforcement in here to get these people out, I recommend we get no less than five, five ambulances staged at the bottom. I don't care where we get them from."International Association of Fire Fighters President Ed Kelly called the ambush a "heinous act of violence." Officers reported that shots were coming from multiple directions, suggesting the possibility of multiple attackers, Norris said. He added it appeared that 'high-powered rifles' were being used by attackers who appeared to be trained and were blending into the mountain's bushy terrain. This is a developing story. Follow for updates and developments. This story was originally reported by L.A. Mag on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
2 dead after multiple people shot in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, while responding to a brush fire
EDITOR'S NOTE: For more updates, please follow our live coverage here. Two people, believed to be fire personnel, were fatally shot and others injured while responding to a brush fire in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and at least one active shooter continues to fire at law enforcement with high-powered rifles, according to Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris. 'We don't know if there's one, two, three or four,' shooters, Norris said, with officers reporting bullets coming from multiple directions. 'We will neutralize this threat.' The fire may have been intentionally set to draw first responders to the scene, one responding firefighter noted in audio from Kootenai County Fire and EMS via Broadcastify. The blaze, which began as a half-acre, remains active as police work to stop the 'rapid fire' shooting. It is unknown how many people were injured in the shooting, and hikers and residents are still 'stuck' on the mountain, officials said. 'This is going to likely be a multiday operation,' Norris said. 'It's going to be a tough next couple hours … I'm hoping that somebody has a clear shot and is able to neutralize because they are not, at this point in time, showing any evidence of wanting to surrender.' The shooter or shooters are using 'modern day sporting rifles,' Norris said. Multiple agencies are responding to the area, the chief said. The FBI is also sending assets 'to provide tactical and operational support' to the active situation, Deputy Director Dan Bongino said on X. Kootenai County Emergency Management has told people in the area to shelter in place and asked others to avoid the area. Video and photos show law enforcement officers rushing to the scene. A police car can be seen speeding down the road, bypassing a barrier erected to restrict access to the area, video shows, as other law enforcement officials block the street. Idaho Gov. Brad Little urged people to stay away from the area to allow law enforcement and firefighters to do their work. 'Multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho,' Little said in a post on X. '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. Teresa and I are heartbroken.' The incident is in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area, a 24-acre park on the east side of the city. There are several hiking and biking trails and heavy tree cover. This story has been updated with additional information. CNN's Amanda Musa, Sarah Dewberry and Amanda Jackson contributed to this report.
Boston Globe
25-06-2025
- Boston Globe
Teen arrested after allegedly opening fire on group of people at Hampton Beach, wounding three, police say
The shooting was reported about 8:30 p.m. in the area of 333 Ocean Boulevard, where police found a person suffering from a gunshot wound that police said was not life-threatening, according to the statement. They were taken to an area hospital for treatment, police said. Advertisement Officers also learned that two other people had taken themselves to nearby hospitals with gunshot wounds that were not life-threatening, police said. Get N.H. Morning Report A weekday newsletter delivering the N.H. news you need to know right to your inbox. Enter Email Sign Up According to radio transmissions of New Hampshire State Police recorded by Broadcastify, the suspect, later identified as Ruiz, sped away from Ocean Boulevard in a black Mustang with the rear window shot out. State and local police quickly spotted the Mustang, triggering a pursuit that covered an estimated 30 miles westbound on Route 101 and then off the highway where police successfully deployed stop sticks to deflate the right front tire in Deerfield, according to the radio transmissions. At that point, police took a juvenile passenger into custody while the Ruiz ran into nearby woods, according to the transmissions. Advertisement State and local police launched an intensive search of the area, ordered a shelter-in-place alert with a two-mile radius, and deployed a police dog, three drones and the Massachusetts State Police helicopter. But the key sighting came from an area resident who spotted him in the woods, according to transmissions. He was taken into custody around 10:30 p.m., about two hours after the gunfire was first reported in Hampton Beach, records show. Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno said there will be an increased presence of officers in the Hampton beach area to ensure safety. 'Despite the actions of a few individuals who have chosen to disrupt the peace and security of the community, Hampton remains a safe location thanks to the strong public safety presence and community support,' Reno said in the statement. Police asked anyone with information about the shooting to call the department at 603-929-4444. John R. Ellement can be reached at
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Off-duty officer stomped while helping apprehend chase suspect, channel 11 sources say
A late-night police chase sped across county lines from Westmoreland County to Allegheny County last week. Dispatch audio recordings from Broadcastify have State Police troopers in pursuit of a white Dodge Charger on Route 51 heading towards Elizabeth. While it's not yet clear what started the chase, Channel 11 learned it came to a crashing end near Elizabeth Forward High School. Neighbors said the suspect hit the concrete pillar at the end of a driveway, went through the yard before hitting the curb and attempting to run. Sources told Channel 11 an off-duty Elizabeth Township officer who lives nearby ran to help, tackling the suspect before the responding state troopers arrived. Sources said that at some point, when troopers got on scene, the off-duty officer was stomped, causing significant injuries to his face. Channel 11 was told the officer is not currently working while recovering at home. All state police troopers in Pennsylvania are required to wear body cameras. We asked the agency about the situation, how the off-duty officer was injured and if there is an internal investigation. 'We can neither comment on, nor confirm the existence of, any ongoing investigations, internal or otherwise,' said Myles Snyder, PSP Communications Director. Channel 11 did knock on the off-duty officer's door, his family said they can't comment, as did the Elizabeth Township Police Chief. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
