Crime
3 dead including suspect after shooting on Tank Farm Road in Power County
POWER COUNTY, Idaho — April 3, 2026 — Authorities in Power County are actively investigating a tragic shooting incident that occurred on Tank Farm Road on Friday afternoon, resulting in three fatalities and two individuals sustaining injuries.
Officials have confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
According to the Power County Sheriff’s Office, emergency dispatch received initial reports at approximately 2:38 p.m. indicating that multiple individuals had been shot in the northern region of the county.
First responders arriving at the scene discovered two individuals deceased and a third suffering from gunshot wounds.
The injured individual was transported by ambulance to Portneuf Medical Center for emergency medical care.
As the situation developed, law enforcement personnel located a suspect concealed near the Portneuf River.
During this phase of the response, officers reported hearing additional gunfire.
A subsequent search of the area led to the discovery of a fourth victim with gunshot injuries. Due to the severity of their condition, the individual was airlifted to a nearby hospital for urgent treatment.
Deputies attempted to engage the suspect in negotiations; however, the situation escalated when the suspect allegedly brandished a firearm and posed an immediate threat to responding officers.
Law enforcement personnel discharged their weapons in response, resulting in the suspect being fatally shot at the scene.
Authorities have reiterated that the area has been secured and there is no continuing risk to the community. Investigators remain on-site conducting a comprehensive examination of the incident.
The identities of the deceased and injured individuals are currently being withheld pending notification of their families. No law enforcement officers were injured during the response.
“Our thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives and with those currently receiving medical care,” said Sheriff Kasey Kendall. “We are deeply appreciative of the swift and coordinated efforts of our deputies and partner agencies in preventing further harm to the community.”
The Idaho Falls Police Department has been assigned to lead the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Task Force investigation into the officer-involved shooting. Concurrently, the initial shooting incident is being investigated collaboratively by Idaho State Police, the Bingham County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office.
The Power County Sheriff’s Office acknowledged the extensive support provided by multiple agencies, including Bannock and Bingham County Sheriff’s Offices, local police departments from Blackfoot, Chubbuck, Pocatello, and American Falls, as well as Idaho State Police, Idaho Fish and Game, and Portneuf Air Rescue.
Emergency medical services and ambulance support were provided by teams from Pocatello, Fort Hall, and Power County.
Authorities will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Parma High School Incident Leaves Students in Shock Following Reported Self-Inflicted Shooting
Parma, Ohio — An incident reported at Valley Forge High School has left students and the wider community deeply shaken after a student reportedly died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
According to accounts shared by students, the incident occurred around dismissal time, when many were preparing to leave campus. Early reports indicate that the student had been facing ongoing mental health challenges prior to the tragedy.
While official details from authorities and school administrators remain limited, the emotional impact on students has been immediate and profound. Many described feelings of disbelief, shock, and distress as news of the incident spread throughout the school.
Counseling resources and support services are expected to be made available to students and staff as the community begins to process the loss. School officials have not yet released the identity of the student.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns surrounding youth mental health and the importance of timely support and intervention. Further information is expected as authorities continue to assess the situation.