Michigan Walmart stabbing spree suspect identified
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TRAVERSE CITY, MI – Police have identified the man they believe entered a Walmart and stabbed 11 people at random. Bradford James Gille, 42, is in custody and awaiting arraignment on numerous charges in connection with the mass stabbing, police said at a press conference Sunday, July 27.
Six of the 11 victims were in critical condition after Saturday's attack, and five were listed in serious condition, hospital officials said.
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. − Authorities on July 27 were still trying to determine why a 42-year-old man went on a stabbing rampage at a local Walmart, wounding 11 people and prompting chaos as patrons scrambled to exit the building.
Police are investigating a mass stabbing where a 42-year-old man entered the Walmart in Traverse City and used a folding knife to stab 11 people.
A 64-year-old Traverse City woman is in the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries after a reported stabbing at a Garfield Township apartment complex Tuesday evening, according to the Grand Traverse County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff’s office said it does not believe there are any safety concerns for the rest of the community.
"When she broke free, he indicated he was still looking for her, and would have kept going if he found her," court documents said.
The Munson Medical Center, a 9-minute drive from the Walmart, confirmed that they are working closely with local authorities and emergency services to ensure the best care for those impacted.