Firefighter Nightmare in Idaho: Sniper Opens Fire on Heroes Battling Blaze!
Idaho, USA – Think firefighting is dangerous? Try having a sniper waiting for you while you’re trying to save a forest and a town from a raging wildfire! That’s exactly what happened in northern Idaho, where a man set fire to the slopes of Kenfield Mountain and then opened fire on the firefighters rushing to put it out.
Two Dead, One Wounded – And a Mysterious End
Two brave firefighters lost their lives in this horrifying attack, while another was seriously wounded and is fighting for his life after surgery. The attack lasted for hours, with firefighters taking cover behind their trucks as bullets flew everywhere. Local sheriff Bob Norris didn’t mince words: “The firefighters didn’t stand a chance.”
Manhunt and Deadly Conclusion
After calling firefighters to come and extinguish the fire he himself started, the attacker continued his deadly ambush. The FBI launched a manhunt, tracking his mobile phone signal. Eventually, the suspect was found dead next to his weapon in the mountains. His name is Wes Rolly, and the motive remains unknown.
A Tiny Town Shaken to Its Core
The small town of Core Valley, with just 55 residents, lies near the Idaho-Washington border. This tragedy has rocked the entire community, with local authorities urging residents to stay safe and cautious as the investigation continues.
Why Should You Care?
This incident shines a harsh light on the dangers firefighters face—not just from natural disasters but from human malice. Is this a one-off tragedy or a sign that our heroes on the front lines are also targets of those who should be supporting them?
What Do You Think?
Could such attacks happen in peaceful communities? How should we protect those who protect us? Got a hot take, a joke, or a conspiracy theory? Drop a comment and let’s hash it out—because this story is too wild not to talk about!
Sources: RTCG, Kurir, local Idaho authorities
