Overview

• Kaas, 48, was shot on Oct. 12 near the Sheep Creek area of rural Clark County, Idaho, during an off-duty hunting outing.
• Clark County Sheriff Mark McClure said he was struck in the leg and died from blood loss before paramedics arrived.
• Local reports say the firearm discharged as a companion removed a rifle from its case while preparing to hunt.
• Officials have not released the companion’s identity, and it remains unclear whether any criminal charges will be filed.
• A 25-year veteran who led the Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team, Kaas is survived by a partner and three children, and a relief foundation fundraiser has been launched for his family.