In the small community of Plano, Idaho, a tragic incident unfolded on the evening of June 28, 2026, leading to the untimely death of 49-year-old Lesa Perrenoud. A woman who had dedicated three decades of her life to caring for others as a nurse at Madison Memorial Hospital, Lesa was known for her love of the outdoors and her devotion to her family. That Sunday, however, her life was cut short in what has been described as an accidental shooting inside her family's home.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the residence around 5:30 p.m. following a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Lesa with a gunshot wound.
Life-saving measures were immediately initiated at the scene, and she was airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center for urgent medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, the severity of her injuries proved to be fatal, and she passed away at the hospital, surrounded by her family. The days that followed were filled with grief for her loved ones and the close-knit community, as they prepared to lay to rest a woman remembered for her adventurous spirit and her kindness to those she cared for in her professional life. Her obituary paints a picture of a vibrant individual who found joy in nature, from river trips to mountain hikes, and who was a beloved aunt to her nieces and nephews.
The Madison County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into the shooting, which soon revealed the heartbreaking circumstances of the incident. It was determined that Lesa was shot by her father, Scott Perrenoud, while he was performing maintenance on a firearm. The shooting was witnessed by other family members who were present in the home at the time. After concluding their investigation, the sheriff's office announced that they considered the shooting to be an accident. The case has since been forwarded to the Madison County Prosecutor's Office for a comprehensive review to determine whether any legal action is warranted. As of the latest reports, no charges have been filed, and the family is left to grapple with the devastating loss of a daughter and sister in what appears to be a tragic accident.
