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Frank Harwood

Case from Coeur Dalene, ID dated Jun 29, 2025

Victim Details

Battalion Frank Harwood

Male

White / Caucasian

Coeur Dalene

ID

2025-06-29

42

Frank

Harwood

07/16/2026

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Frank Harwood, a 42-year-old White male from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, tragically lost his life on June 29, 2025, in a horrifying ambush. A respected Battalion Chief for Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, Harwood was a 17-year veteran of the department, known for his leadership and dedication. He was also a former combat engineer with the Army National Guard. His life was cut short while responding to what was reported as a brush fire on Canfield Mountain, a call that turned out to be a deadly trap.
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  • Spokesman.com: Two slain Idaho firefighters identified; shooter's father comments on 'horrible' killings
  • ktvb.com: Love flows for Idaho firefighter families after tragic loss
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    I can't stop thinking about how truly terrifying that ambush must have been for those firefighters. ... ...Read More
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