Jordan Salinas, the armed bystander who stepped in during the shooting outside an Idaho In-N-Out, has described the moment he confronted the gunman. In an interview with ABC News, the 35-year-old said the suspect appeared composed while aiming a rifle until someone returned fire.
According to police, Salinas and an off-duty Idaho State Police trooper both engaged the suspect during the attack in Twin Falls. Investigators identified the man as 24-year-old Chad Williams, who authorities believe later died by suicide.
The account adds new detail to what police have said about the quick response from armed civilians and law enforcement presence at the scene. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks has been among the officials outlining how the confrontation unfolded as investigators piece together the sequence of events.
The case remains under investigation, but Salinas' description underscores how rapidly the situation changed once the gunman was challenged. Authorities continue to review the shooting and the actions taken outside the restaurant.