Newly released video shows bystander heroism during In-N-Out Burger mass shooting

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Newly released video shows how the mass shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, unfolded and the heroism of multiple bystanders and two people who confronted the gunman.

Three people were killed and seven others were injured in the Aug. 1 shooting. Among those killed was 23-year-old Ashley Garibay, an All-Star Associate from California who was training workers as part of In-N-Out’s expansion into Twin Falls.

Video footage shows the attacker, 24-year-old Chad Williams, driving up to the payment window, where Garibay was working. He shot her, making her the first victim, according to her family.

The gunman then rounded the corner and killed a second victim in his vehicle.

On the other side of the building, Austin James, who goes by AJ Scott, was seen running along the drive-thru line toward the gunfire. He is a former police officer and state trooper.

AJ Scott encountered the gunman, was shot in the arm, and ran back to safety with his gun drawn. Severely injured and bleeding, AJ Scott was pulled into a car in the drive-thru line, where his wife, an ER nurse, provided him with aid.

The gunman returned to the payment window and fired into it as Garibay’s coworkers tended to her. Investigators said his gun jammed, prompting him to retrieve a rifle from his car.

Workers inside the restaurant hid for safety, while an armed off-duty trooper helped evacuate them and searched for the gunman. The trooper exchanged gunfire with the suspect through the window.

The shooter then re-entered the building and shot a good Samaritan who was trying to help. He then left the property and shot six more people in their cars, killing a man inside a Tesla that was charging.

Later, the gunman encountered a man on a nearby trail, fired at him, and missed.

Police arrived on the scene within three minutes and found Williams just off the trail. Body camera footage shows officers ordering the man to show his hands before the video freezes, as the gunman took his own life.

The motive for the shooting remains unclear.

AJ Scott’s father declined to comment on his son’s recovery when contacted by sister station KCRA.

In-N-Out’s owner released a statement on Friday praising first responders and those who confronted the gunman during the tragedy.

“We are deeply thankful for the Twin Falls Police Department; Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Department; local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies; Twin Falls Fire Department; Magic Valley Paramedics; dispatchers; first responders; and the physicians, nurses, and staff at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center for their expert response and care for the victims. Their service reflects the very best of this great community, and the people of Twin Falls have every reason to be proud of them,” Lynsi Snyder said. “We also want to recognize the extraordinary actions of an off-duty Idaho State Trooper and the two courageous citizens whose bravery helped distract and drive the suspect away, preventing further loss of life and injury. Their heroic actions undoubtedly protected others from harm.”

In-N-Out said the restaurant reopened on Friday at 4:15 p.m., the same time the first In-N-Out opened in Baldwin Park, California, in 1948.

“As we reopen our doors, we do so with a steadfast commitment to supporting our Associates and serving the community that has demonstrated remarkable strength and compassion during this difficult time,” Snyder said.