Local police in Traverse City, Michigan have said the suspect is in custody

At least 11 people were stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, US on Saturday, police said. The suspect was detained at the scene.

The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office said officers were investigating a “multiple stabbing incident.” 

“Details are limited at this time,” the department wrote on X.

Health officials said that 11 victims have been hospitalized at Munson Medical Center.

Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea told reporters that the stabbings occurred near the checkout area and appeared to be random. He said ordinary citizens helped detain the suspect, who was wielding “a standard holding knife-style weapon.”

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said, “FBI personnel are responding to provide any necessary support to the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office in their investigation of the attacks at the Walmart.”

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