Michigan authorities are seeking charges of terrorism and assault against man in stabbing of 11 people at a Walmart
TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN, JUL 29 – Bradford James Gille faces terrorism and 11 assault charges after randomly stabbing shoppers, with all victims expected to survive, officials said.
- On Saturday afternoon, Bradford Gille, a 42-year-old man from Afton, Michigan, stabbed 11 shoppers inside a Walmart near Traverse City.
- The stabbing began near checkout lanes and was interrupted after bystanders detained Gille in the store parking lot before police arrived.
- Sheriff Michael Shea commended both the prompt actions of shoppers who intervened and the deputies who arrived just three minutes after the initial calls at 4:43 p.m.
- Authorities announced that Gille is facing charges including terrorism and multiple counts of assault with the intent to kill, as the attack was deemed to have targeted the wider community rather than just specific individuals.
- Munson Medical Center reported several victims in serious condition on Sunday, with officials noting encouraging signs of recovery among the 11 injured.
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