Police on Sunday identified the 42-year-old man accused of randomly stabbing 11 people at a Walmart in Michigan.
On Sunday afternoon, authorities identified the suspect as Bradford James Gille, an Afton, Michigan resident. Police intend to charge Gille with terrorism as well as 11 counts of assault with intent to murder.
According to Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea, Gille has a history of assaults and controlled substance violations. Shea added that the motive for the stabbing was unknown.
Munson Healthcare, northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system, reported seven victims in fair condition and four in serious condition. The victims’ ages ranged from 29 to 84. Police reported that one Walmart employee was injured in the attack.
“Over the past 12 hours, we’ve seen encouraging signs of recovery among our patients,” the hospital reported in an update.
The statement praised the hospital’s team of physicians, surgeons, nurses, clinicians, and support staff for their dedication to treating the victims.
“Their unwavering commitment and compassion are a testament to the strength and resilience of our healthcare community,” according to the statement.
Shea previously stated that a 42-year-old man entered the Traverse City store alone and stabbed nearly a dozen people with a folding knife.
The suspect was apprehended without injury in minutes. Citizens at Walmart also assisted in apprehending the man and treating the victims.
Tiffany DeFell, 36, who lives in Honor, about 25 miles from Traverse City, told the Associated Press that she saw the chaos unfold from the store parking lot.
“It was very scary. “My sister and I were just freaking out,” she explained. “This looks like something out of a movie. It’s not what you’d expect to find where you live.”
Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced on social media that FBI agents have responded to offer assistance.
Walmart spokesperson Joe Pennington told Fox News Digital, “violence like this is unacceptable.”
“Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we appreciate the quick response of first responders,” Pennington said in a statement. “We’ll continue working closely with law enforcement during their investigation.”
