Chad Williams was 24 years old. A witness reported that he emerged from the drive-thru carrying an AR-style rifle and fired at least three or four rounds. The suspect in Saturday’s shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, has been identified as Chad Williams. At least three people were killed and seven others were injured in the attack.An emergency responder at the site of a fatal shooting incident in Twin Falls, Idaho. (via REUTERS)Who was Chad Williams?Chad Williams was 24 years old.He died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the shooting.A witness reported that he emerged from the drive-thru carrying an AR-style rifle and fired at least three or four rounds. He was then confronted by an off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and a civilian, who returned fire. Their actions helped bring the attack to an end.Authorities are confident he acted alone. It remains unclear whether any specific individuals were targeted, and a motive has not been established.His parents have been notified and are fully cooperating with law enforcement. Twin Falls Police Chief Matthew Hicks said, "The Williams family has been notified and they are fully cooperating with law enforcement. Their hearts are also broken during this time."Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More