A Sunday morning church service in Grand Blanc, Michigan, turned into horror when a man drove his vehicle into the front of a Mormon church and opened fire on the congregation. Authorities said at least one person was killed and nine others injured before police shot and killed the attacker, a 40-year-old resident of Michigan. The suspect is also believed to have deliberately set a fire inside the building, which quickly grew into a raging blaze. Officials warned that more victims might be discovered once conditions allowed entry. A bomb disposal unit was called to the scene, though police later assured the public there was no further danger. Grand Blanc, a small community about an hour north of Detroit, remained on edge as investigators worked into the afternoon.
Former President Donald Trump, writing on Truth Social, called the incident “another targeted attack on Christians in the United States of America.” He said the FBI had arrived immediately and would lead the investigation in cooperation with state and local authorities. Trump urged prayers for the victims and insisted the “epidemic of violence” must end.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi described the shooting as “heartbreaking and horrifying,” stressing that FBI personnel were on their way. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer condemned the attack as “unacceptable,” especially in a place of worship, and thanked first responders for their swift action. Both asked the public to keep the victims and their families in their thoughts as investigators continued their work.
The quiet town, now shaken by tragedy, is awaiting clarity on the attacker’s motive and the full extent of the devastation inside the ruined church.
