Brooklands Splashpad Shooting Victims, Obituary, Death: 9 Wounded, Suspect Dead in Rochester Hills, Michigan – Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard Updates
In a devastating mass shooting at Brooklands Splashpad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, nine people were wounded, and the suspect, a 42-year-old man, took his own life. The victims, including a family of three, suffered various injuries, with some in critical condition. The community is left reeling in shock and grief, with mental health assistance available for those affected.
The incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 5:11 p.m., with the suspect firing up to 28 bullets from a 9mm handgun. The victims include an 8-year-old boy with a serious head wound, a 4-year-old child with a thigh wound, and their 39-year-old mother, who is critically injured. Other victims include a 30-year-old man, a 78-year-old man, a 37-year-old woman, a 40-year-old man, and a 39-year-old woman, all with various injuries.
The suspect, who had no prior criminal record but may have had mental health issues, was found dead in a nearby mobile home park after a five-hour standoff. The weapon used was linked to his residence. Sheriff Michael Bouchard praised first responders for their prompt action, which prevented further harm.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer expressed her sadness over the incident and stated that state officials are monitoring the situation and communicating with local authorities. The community, still reeling from the Oxford High School massacre, is urged to stand together and maintain strength during this difficult time.
The victims and their families are in the thoughts and prayers of the community, with mental health assistance available on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Department of Public assistance office. Witnesses described the chaotic scene, with a passerby administering first aid. The community comes together to support those affected and mourn the tragedy that occurred over Father’s Day weekend.
The mass shooting at Brooklands Splashpad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, is a tragic reminder of the senseless violence that can occur. The victims and their families will not be forgotten, and the community will come together to support them during this difficult time. Mental health assistance is available, and the community is urged to stand together in the face of this tragedy.
