Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming – A park ranger was injured and a shooter was killed in a tragic incident that unfolded in Yellowstone National Park, according to officials from the National Park Service.
The shooting took place at Canyon Village, located north of Yellowstone Lake and away from the park’s main tourist areas, at a cluster of lodges and cabins. Park rangers responded to reports of an individual with a firearm making threats, leading to an exchange of gunfire between the subject and law enforcement rangers.
The shooter, whose identity has not been disclosed at this time, did not survive the incident. However, the injured park ranger was airlifted to a nearby regional hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.
Following the incident, a park service spokesperson assured the public that there are no ongoing threats to public safety. The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, with support from National Park Service special agents.
As the investigation continues, an area around the Canyon Lodge complex remains closed, with law enforcement officials working diligently to gather evidence and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Updates on the investigation will be provided as more information becomes available.
The shooting has raised concerns about safety within national parks and the importance of ensuring the well-being of park rangers and visitors. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks faced by those who work to protect and preserve the natural beauty of our national parks.
CNN’s Rebekah Riess contributed to this report, providing additional insights into the tragic events that unfolded in Yellowstone National Park.