Six people, including the suspected gunman, are dead following a multi-scene shooting incident in rural Missaukee County, Michigan, according to local reports. Michigan State Police investigated the situation on Friday.
Earlier in the day, state police had announced on social media that they were investigating a shooting and were searching for Chad Hickman, 39, whom they described as armed and dangerous. Authorities later confirmed Hickman had been located.
The investigation began Friday morning when three individuals were discovered deceased and one person was injured at a residence near LaChance Road and Kelly Road in Richland Township. A fourth victim was reportedly found dead in another home, and a fifth victim was discovered in a wooded area. Hickman was later found deceased, according to reports.
Lt. Ashley Miller, a public information officer with the Michigan State Police, acknowledged the difficulty of the situation for investigators and the community, stating, "This type of loss is tragic." Miller added that a thorough investigation would be conducted and that the department aimed to keep the community informed of their findings. Police have not yet released details regarding the events that led to the shootings.