A chilling revelation from Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris has sent shockwaves through the Idaho community as details emerge about a deadly attack on Canfield Mountain that claimed the lives of two firefighters.
According to Breitbart, law enforcement officials have determined that the mountain fire was deliberately set as part of a calculated ambush that turned deadly on Sunday afternoon.
The sheriff's department's investigation revealed that cell phone activity was detected at approximately 3:16 p.m. in a specific location on the mountain, leading to the discovery of a deceased male suspect near a weapon, suggesting a premeditated attack on first responders.
Tactical Response Reveals Shooter's Strategic Position
Law enforcement deployed significant resources to the scene, including two helicopters equipped with tactical snipers, ready to engage if the opportunity presented itself during the active shooter situation.
The preliminary investigation suggests that the shooter acted alone, with Sheriff Norris citing both trajectory analysis and the types of weapons found at the scene as supporting evidence for this conclusion.
The identities of the two fallen firefighters are being withheld by authorities at this time, as the investigation continues and families are being notified of the tragic loss.
Mountain Ambush Shows Signs of Careful Planning
The timing and location of the fire indicate that the perpetrator had carefully selected the location to maximize the effectiveness of the ambush.
The discovery of the suspect's body alongside weapons near the location where cell phone activity was detected has provided investigators with crucial evidence about the shooter's methodology.
Sheriff Norris's statement about the intentional nature of the fire suggests that the suspect specifically targeted first responders, using the fire as bait to draw them into a vulnerable position.
Law Enforcement's Swift Response to Crisis
The sheriff's department's decision to deploy helicopter-mounted snipers demonstrated their readiness to handle such extreme situations with appropriate force.
The rapid response and coordination between different emergency services helped prevent what could have potentially been an even more devastating attack on first responders.
The investigation team's ability to quickly trace the cell phone activation played a crucial role in locating the shooter and securing the scene.
Mountain Attack Raises Security Concerns
The deliberate targeting of firefighters responding to an emergency has raised serious concerns about the safety of first responders in the Kootenai County area and beyond.
The incident has prompted discussions about potential new safety protocols for emergency personnel responding to fires in remote locations where they might be vulnerable to similar attacks.
The loss of two dedicated firefighters in this calculated attack has left the community grappling with both grief and questions about how to prevent such tragic events in the future, while law enforcement continues their investigation into the shooter's motives and background.
