Michigan, USA – In a tragic incident that rocked Grand Blanc, Michigan, a gunman entered a church and opened fire on worshippers before setting the building on fire. The attack left one person dead and nine others injured, including children. The injured were taken to hospitals for treatment.
The attacker, who was killed in a shootout with police, is believed to have been a resident of the surrounding area, and the church sustained significant damage as a result of the fire.
Local and federal authorities are participating in the investigation to determine the motive and details of the attack, amid strong condemnation from officials who described the incident as an attack on places of worship and called for ensuring the safety of churchgoers.
Police confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to the public, and that investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the incident.