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5 people killed in rural Michigan; suspect found dead
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Five people were found dead in rural northern Michigan, with a suspected gunman also found deceased, according to Michigan State Police.
- The initial shooting report led troopers to discover three victims at a residence in Lake Township, Missaukee County, and a critically injured 13-year-old girl who was later stabilized in hospital.
- The suspect, Chad Hickman, 39, fled the scene, and police later found a fourth victim at another residence, as well as Hickman and another deceased person in nearby woods.
- Victims range in age from 16 to 45, including three at the first residence, one at the second, and one found with the suspect; relationships among them are not yet confirmed.
- Authorities are investigating a possible motive, describing the incident as heartbreaking and challenging for the community and investigators.
