Firefighters And Suspect Identified In Idaho Ambush

20-year-old Wess Roley allegedly intentionally ignited a brush fire on Canfield Mountain.

We have more details on the ambush that was conducted on firefighters in Idaho.

On Sunday, 20-year-old Wess Roley allegedly intentionally ignited a brush fire on Canfield Mountain in attempt to lure the first responders to the scene.

Upon arrival, they were met with gunfire. Battalion Chief John Morrison and Fire and Rescue Chief Frank Harwood were killed in the shooting.

Firefighter Dave Tysdal was injured and is in stable condition following two surgeries.

The suspect’s body was discovered deceased after a six hour manhunt that involved hundreds of authorities. It is unclear at this time how he died.

Roley has a history of run-ins with police, and “at one point wanted to be a firefighter.” However, the exact motive behind the ambush remains unknown.

It is unclear if there’s a connection between his desire to want to join a crew and what happened. An investigation remains underway.