The Oakland County Sheriff's Office and multiple other agencies are responding to an 'active shooter situation' at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Mich.
by Katie Sergent | News Channel 3 and Caleb Holloway | Mid-Michigan NowLaw enforcement respond to a call at Temple Israel synagogue, Thursday, March 12, 2026 in West Bloomfield Township, Mich. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that a car did drive into the building and down a hallway.
That is when law enforcement says that the vehicle caught fire. The extent of that fire was not detailed. One person in the vehicle has died, according to Sheriff Mike Bouchard. Security did engage in gunfire toward the vehicle, according to police. One member of the synagogue security team was struck by the vehicle, and is being treated at a local hospital. Bouchard says that individual is expected to be “OK.”Everyone that was believed to be in the building at the time of the incident is “accounted for,” according to the Sheriff’s Office. Reunification for families is ongoing at the Jewish Community Center, located at 6660 W. Maple Rd. near Drake Road. Police are asking the public to stay clear from the scene while the investigation continues. Bomb dogs are on scene, sweeping the area.A suspect involved in a shooting at a Michigan synagogue has died, according to the Associated Press. "The person confirmed the death but did not immediately provide additional details," the Associated Press reported. "The person could not publicly discuss details of the ongoing investigation and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The person said no one else was reported injured." Deputies with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, officers with multiple other agencies and the FBI responded to an active shooter situation at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Mich. just before 1 p.m. Thursday.According to Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, at least one person went to the temple, security saw him and "engaged him in gunfire." Bouchard said unification will take place at the Jewish Community Center, 6660 W. Maple Rd. near Drake Road.No injuries have been confirmed. A shelter in place order has also been made for the square mile surrounding the scene. Deputies said emergency personnel were clearing the public. Michigan State Police asked the public to avoid the area, and the Jewish Federation of Detroit asked agencies to go on a precautionary lockdown, according to the non-profit on In addition, out of an abundance of caution, the Ann Arbor Police Department directed officers to increase patrols and respond to churches and schools throughout the city as a safety measure. "At this time, there is no known threat to the Ann Arbor community. These steps are being taken proactively to help ensure the safety and reassurance of our residents," officials said. "Our priority is the safety and well-being of our entire community." In a statement, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says her office is working with Michigan State Police to get more information, and hopes for the safety of everyone. "This is heartbreaking," Whitmer said. "Michigan's Jewish community should be able to live and practice their faith in peace. Antisemitism and violence have no place in Michigan" Attorney General Dana Nessel said her office is also closely monitoring the situation, and urged Michiganders to follow the requests of law enforcement. "My heart is with the congregation and community of Temple Israel as law enforcement responds to reports of an active shooter..." Nessel said. "Antisemitism has no place in Michigan and cannot be tolerated. In moments like these, it’s more important than ever that we come together, stand with our neighbors, confront hate whenever it appears, and build stronger communities." In September, a similar attack occurred at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, Mich.PennDOT’s enhanced vehicle inspection changes catching rebuilt car owners by surprise Vehicle owners in Pennsylvania whose cars have been heavily damaged and then extensively repaired or rebuilt are facing stricter requirements to pass state inspAfter spending a month with Amish families in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, an upstate New York woman has decided she wants to become Amish.Billie Jo HeffronSoldier dies during training incident at Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg A U.S. Army soldier died during a training incident Thursday morning at Letterkenny Army Depot, according to a news release.Jessica Humphreys is speaking about her husband for the first time after he was tragically killed in a fire last month.Jessica said she had just been at the hou
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