on June 29, 2025, members of the SWAT team located the body during a tactical response in the area.
A firearm was discovered near the deceased individual. Law enforcement has not yet released the identity of the male or confirmed the circumstances surrounding his death.
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At least two killed in ambush on firefighters in US state of Idaho“At this time, the Shelter in Place is being lifted,” the release stated. “However, there is still an active wildfire on Canfield Mountain.”
Lieutenant Mark Ellis is serving as the contact for further information related to the investigation. The Public Information Officer (PIO) is available at 208-758-1045, with updates expected to follow during a scheduled press briefing at 9:30 p.m. local time.
Shelter in Place lifted, wildfire on Canfield Mountain still activeWhile the Shelter in Place order previously implemented for public safety has now been lifted, authorities stress that the situation remains dynamic. The wildfire affecting Canfield Mountain continues to pose a threat, and officials recommend that area residents remain vigilant in case further emergency measures are required.
“Residents in the area are advised to be prepared and ready should further action need to be taken,” the release added.
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office is monitoring the situation in coordination with emergency services and fire response teams. Residents are encouraged to follow official communication channels for real-time updates regarding wildfire activity, evacuation advisories, or additional law enforcement actions.
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This incident marks a critical moment in the county’s ongoing emergency management operations involving both law enforcement and wildfire response. It remains unclear whether the discovered firearm or deceased individual is connected to the wildfire situation.
