4 Killed, 8 Injured After Shooting At Michigan Church; Suspect Dead, Building On Fire
Four people were killed and at least eight people were injured at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan, United States, after an unidentified man opened fire on people at the site. Videos from the area showed the church on fire, with its roof collapsing.
According to local media reports, an active shooter incident was reported in Grand Blanc, Michigan, before 11 am (local time) on Sunday. Authorities say the shooter rammed their vehicle through the front of the church during a large service and began shooting, CNN reported. Officers believe they will find additional victims when it is safe to enter the building.
Police said around 11:25 am that the shooter is “down” and there is no threat to the public. However, people have been asked to avoid the area.
“There has been an active shooter at the church of Latter Day Saints on McCandlish Rd. There are multiple victims, and the shooter is down. There is NO threat to the public at this time. The church is actively on fire. For people on site, the reunification site is the pavilion to the north,” said a police statement.
Grand Blanc Township Police Chief William Renye said the suspect was a male, 40 years old, from Burton, Michigan, who drove his vehicle through the front doors of the church. “He then exited his vehicle, firing several rounds at individuals within the church,” he added.
JD Vance, Kash Patel Extend Condolences
Reacting to the shooting, US Vice President JD Vance said, “Just an awful situation in Michigan. FBI is on the scene and the entire administration is monitoring things. Say a prayer for the victims and first responders.”
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) also began tracking reports of the shooting and deployed agents at the scene. “We are tracking reports of the horrific shooting and fire at an LDS church in Grand Blanc, Michigan. @FBI agents are on the scene to assist local authorities,” said FBI Director Kash Patel on X.
“Violence in a place of worship is a cowardly and criminal act. Our prayers are with the victims and their families during this terrible tragedy,” he added.
US Attorney General Pam Bondi also said she is receiving briefings on today’s shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan. “Such violence at a place of worship is heartbreaking and chilling. Please join me in praying for the victims of this terrible tragedy,” she wrote.
Grand Blanc, Michigan, hosts a congregation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on McCandlish Road, where members come together for worship, community service, and faith-centered activities.
This came after an active shooter opened fire near the American Fish Company restaurant in North Carolina, killing several people and triggering chaos.
Officials said the unidentified vessel pulled up to the American Fish Company restaurant in Southport Yacht Basin shortly before 10 p.m. and opened fire into the crowd of unsuspecting diners, according to the Star News.
An “active shooter” alert has been issued, with officials telling residents to stay home and report suspicious behaviour. “There are reports of an active shooter in the Southport Yacht Basin. There is an unknown number of injuries. Avoid the area and remain in your homes. Please report any suspicious activity immediately to 911,” said the City of Southport in a Facebook post.
