Sheriff’s Office Seeks Witnesses to Traverse City Walmart Stabbing
Authorities hope new witness accounts will clarify the motive behind the July 26 attack in northwest Michigan.
Overview
- The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who witnessed the July 26 stabbing, rendered first aid, or captured video to contact investigators.
- Eleven people were wounded by 42-year-old Bradford James Gille, who was disarmed by bystanders before law enforcement arrived.
- Five victims have been released from Munson Medical Center, four remain hospitalized in stable condition, and two have been transferred for ongoing care.
- The FBI and Michigan State Police have joined the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office in probing Gille’s mental health history and possible domestic terrorism ties.
- Gille pleaded not guilty at his July 28 arraignment and is awaiting a bond revocation hearing as prosecutors build their case.