Grand Blanc Township, Michigan — At least one person has died and nine others were injured in a shooting incident that also involved a fire at a church in Grand Blanc, Michigan, authorities confirmed.
The attack occurred at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during a service. According to police reports, a suspect drove a vehicle into the church building before opening fire with an assault-style rifle. Following the shooting, the church was set on fire, compounding the danger and chaos inside the premises.
Local law enforcement responded quickly, and the suspect was killed in a shootout with officers. Emergency teams transported the wounded to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving treatment for injuries sustained during the attack.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer condemned the incident, describing it as “horrific, especially in a place of worship,” and assured residents that state resources are being fully mobilized to support victims and local authorities. Federal agencies, including the FBI, have joined the investigation to determine the motive and prevent further attacks.
Authorities have urged the public to stay away from the area while investigation and cleanup operations continue. The full extent of damage to the church remains under assessment, and officials have not yet released the identities of the victims.
This tragic incident adds to the growing concern over attacks targeting places of worship in the United States, raising questions about security measures and the protection of congregations nationwide.