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At Least Four Killed in Grand Blanc Mormon Church Attack Involving Shooting and Arson

Officials now count four fatalities, with the toll under review.

Overview

  • Police say a 40-year-old driver rammed a pickup through the front doors during Sunday services, fired an automatic weapon and set the building ablaze.
  • Responding officers reached the church in about 30 seconds and fatally shot the suspect roughly eight minutes after the attack began.
  • Authorities identified the gunman as Thomas Jacob Sanford of nearby Burton, and they said some people remain unaccounted for.
  • Investigators reported eight wounded, including one in critical condition, and warned additional victims could be found as the burned structure is searched.
  • The FBI is leading the probe with ATF support, Director Kash Patel condemned the assault on worshipers, and President Donald Trump called the attack horrific.