In brief
An alarming shooting occurred at a Mormon church in Grand Blanc, Michigan, early Sunday, leading to one death and nine injuries. The local police confirmed there is no ongoing threat, and the church was subsequently set on fire. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer expressed her sorrow for the affected community, condemning violence in places of worship. The incident followed the death of Russell M. Nelson, the church’s revered president, at the age of 101.
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP) — A tragic shooting unfolded at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to nine others. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, approximately 50 miles north of Detroit, prompting a swift response from local authorities who also noted that the suspect is deceased. Police Chief William Renye confirmed there is no current threat to community safety, but details regarding the condition of the surviving victims remain undisclosed.The church, surrounded by a parking lot and a lush lawn, is located in a primarily residential area, not far from a Jehovah's Witness congregation. The community of around 8,000 residents is situated just outside Flint. In response to the shooting, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer lamented the violence that struck a place of worship, stating that her heart aches for the Grand Blanc community. This shooting occurred just one day after the passing of Russell M. Nelson, the oldest president in the history of the Mormon church, who died at the age of 101. Dallin H. Oaks is anticipated to succeed him, adhering to church protocol.
