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Grand Blanc LDS Church Attack Leaves 1 Dead, Multiple Wounded as Shooter Is Neutralized

Authorities report no ongoing public threat.

Overview

  • Police say a man drove his vehicle through the church’s entrance in Grand Blanc before opening fire during services.
  • Officials reported at least one fatality and varying injury counts, with nine to ten people hurt and some in critical condition.
  • Several children were among the wounded, according to reports cited by CNN.
  • The church caught fire, social media videos showed thick smoke and a large firefighting response, and crews worked to secure the scene.
  • Federal agents from the FBI and ATF are assisting local investigators, the motive remains undetermined, and President Trump called it a targeted attack on Christians.