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Active shooter reported at Detroit-area synagogue
Summary
Officials say a vehicle struck Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and security and an individual exchanged gunfire; police are on scene and nearby schools and places of worship were locked down.
Content
Police are responding to reports of an active shooter at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Officials reported that a vehicle struck the building and that security and an individual exchanged gunfire. Nearby schools and houses of worship were placed on lockdown while authorities continued to investigate.
Known facts:
- Police responded to reports of an active shooter at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield.
- Police sources reported a vehicle was driven into the building and the building caught fire.
- Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said security engaged the individual in gunfire and investigators are checking whether more than one person was involved.
- The Jewish Federation of Detroit advised Jewish organizations to enter lockout protocol, and area schools were locked down during the response.
Summary:
Local institutions remain under a heavy police presence and several organizations were placed on lockdown. Investigators are searching to determine whether additional suspects were involved; further details are undetermined at this time.
