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Aug 05, 2026
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Armed Citizen Intervenes in Idaho Falls Shooting, Saving Lives

By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of The Andrew Branca Show.

What if no one had intervened to stop the shooter at the In-N-Out Burger in Idaho Falls? The outcome could have been significantly worse, with more lives lost. Fortunately, one armed citizen, Jordan Salinas, stepped in and fired at the shooter, Chad Williams, causing him to flee the scene and ultimately take his own life.

Background of the Incident

The shooting occurred on a Saturday at the In-N-Out Burger in Idaho Falls, resulting in the deaths of two innocent people, Ashley Garibay and Christopher Clonch. The shooter, Chad Williams, was armed with a rifle and was shot at by Jordan Salinas, who was carrying a pistol with a silencer.

As Andrew Branca noted, ‘The moment a good guy with a gun shows up, either they get shot by the good guy, whether that good guy is a cop or a civilian, or they realize, once they realize a good guy with a gun has shown up, they end themselves, which is what happened here.’ This incident highlights the importance of armed citizens in preventing further harm and the potential consequences of not having someone intervene to stop the shooter.

Lessons Learned

Andrew Branca emphasized the importance of having a gun in a gunfight, stating, ‘Rule number one of finding yourself in a gunfight is to have a gun.’ He also noted that guns are not for everyone, but in this case, Jordan Salinas’s actions likely saved lives.

The incident also raises questions about the effectiveness of armed citizens in public safety. While Salinas missed the shooter with his shots, his actions still caused the shooter to flee, likely preventing further harm. This highlights the importance of responsible gun ownership and the need for individuals to be prepared to respond in emergency situations.

Closing Synthesis

The shooting in Idaho Falls serves as a reminder of the importance of armed citizens in public safety. While the outcome could have been worse, the intervention of Jordan Salinas likely saved lives. As the debate around gun control and public safety continues, incidents like this highlight the need for responsible gun ownership and the importance of being prepared to respond in emergency situations. The full episode of The Andrew Branca Show is available on OBBM Network TV.


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