Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Shooter Killed in Idaho Sheriff's Office Standoff
There was a shooting at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace, Idaho.
A suspected shooter was killed during a standoff with police.
An officer and two women were hurt, but not badly.
The police said there is no more danger to the community.
They are still investigating and haven’t named the shooter yet.
Some people on social media said the shooter’s name was John Drake, but the police didn’t confirm that.
The sheriff said it had been a tough month with many tragedies.
A shooting and standoff occurred at the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace, Idaho on December 26, 2025.
The suspected shooter was killed by 4:15 pm local time, and no ongoing danger to the community was reported.
An officer was shot in the ear, and two women in a pickup truck were struck in the leg.
Authorities did not confirm the shooter's identity, despite social media claims naming 'John Drake'.
The sheriff described the month as emotionally challenging due to multiple tragedies.
- Who
- Suspected shooter (unnamed), 1 officer, 2 civilians (women)
- What
- Shooting and standoff at Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office
- When
- December 26, 2025
- Where
- Wallace, Idaho
- Why
- Unknown motive; investigation ongoing
- Location
- Wallace, Idaho
- Date
- December 26, 2025
- Casualties
- 1 suspected shooter killed, 1 officer and 2 civilians injured
- Injuries
- Officer shot in the ear, 2 women struck in the leg
- Official Statement
- No ongoing danger to the community
