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Urgent Manhunt: Shooting Suspect at Large Near Twin Falls In-N-Out
Police Lockdown in Twin Falls: What We Know So Far
What Happened?
On Saturday afternoon, something serious happened in Twin Falls, Idaho. Police shut down a busy area near the famous Perrine Bridge and the In-N-Out Burger on Blue Lakes Boulevard. They were looking for someone connected to a shooting.
Important Point: This was an active police situation. The information below is based on what reporters saw and what officials said at the time. Things may have changed since then.
Where Did This Happen?
Here are the key locations involved:
- Perrine Bridge – The bridge was completely locked down (no cars or people allowed on it).
- In-N-Out Burger on Blue Lakes Blvd – This was the main focus of the police response.
- Hotel near the visitor center – Police searched this building because it overlooks the area.
- Parking lot near Dick’s Sporting Goods – This lot was cleared out, and nearby businesses were put on lockdown.
- Roads leading to In-N-Out – All blocked off by police.
Who Was There?
Lots of emergency teams showed up to help. Here’s who was on the scene:
Police Agencies
- Twin Falls Police Department
- Buhl Police Department
- Jerome Police Department
- Idaho State Police
Emergency Services
- Twin Falls Fire Department
- Magic Valley Paramedics
Important Point: When many agencies work together like this, it usually means the situation is serious and requires a lot of resources.
What Were Police Doing?
Based on what a reporter on the scene was told, here’s what happened step by step:
- Police got a call about a shooting.
- They locked down the Perrine Bridge to keep people safe and control movement.
- Officers surrounded the In-N-Out area on Blue Lakes Blvd.
- They searched a nearby hotel that looks down over the visitor center — they thought the suspect might be there.
- They cleared the parking lot near Dick’s Sporting Goods and locked down nearby businesses.
- All roads to In-N-Out were blocked so no one could drive in or out.
- Firefighters and paramedics stood by in case anyone was hurt.
Why Does This Matter?
- Public safety comes first. Lockdowns keep bystanders away from danger.
- Teamwork matters. Multiple towns and state police worked together quickly.
- It’s a developing story. We don’t know everything yet — like if the suspect was caught or if anyone was hurt.
Summary
On Saturday afternoon, police locked down the Perrine Bridge and surrounded the In-N-Out on Blue Lakes Blvd in Twin Falls, Idaho. They were searching for a shooting suspect and checked a nearby hotel. Several police departments, fire crews, and paramedics responded. Roads were blocked, and businesses were put on lockdown. This is still a developing situation.
FAQ
What is a "lockdown"?
A lockdown means police close off an area so no one can enter or leave. It keeps people safe while officers handle a dangerous situation.
Why were so many police departments there?
Big emergencies need lots of officers. Nearby towns like Buhl and Jerome sent help, plus the Idaho State Police. This is normal for serious events.
Was anyone hurt?
The article doesn’t say. Paramedics were on scene just in case, but no injuries were reported at the time of the report.
Is the Perrine Bridge still closed?
We don’t know. The article says it was locked down as of 3:30 p.m. — things may have changed since then.
How can I get updates?
KMVT (the news station that reported this) said they’ll share more details as they get them. You can check their website or local news for the latest.
