Police on Sunday identified the 42-year-old man accused of wounding 11 people in a random stabbing spree at a Walmart in Michigan.
Officials have named the suspect as Bradford James Gille, hailing from Afton, Michigan, as of Sunday afternoon. Law enforcement is aiming to press terrorism charges and 11 counts of assault with intent to murder against Gille.
Munson Healthcare, the biggest healthcare network in northern Michigan, reported that seven victims are in fair condition, while four are in serious condition. Their ages have not yet been disclosed.
“Over the past 12 hours, we’ve seen encouraging signs of recovery among our patients,” the hospital said in an update.
Tiffany DeFell, 36, residing in Honor, approximately 25 miles from Traverse City, recounted to the Associated Press that she observed the pandemonium from the store’s parking lot.
“It was really scary. Me and my sister were just freaking out,” she said. “This is something you see out of the movies. It’s not what you expect to see where you’re living.”
Police tape is seen outside a Walmart where multiple people were stabbed in a violent attack Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Traverse City, Mich. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)
FBI agents have responded to provide support, Deputy Director Dan Bongino wrote on social media.
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Walmart spokesperson Joe Pennington said that “violence like this is unacceptable.”
“Our thoughts are with those who were injured and we’re thankful for the swift action of first responders,” Pennington wrote in a statement. “We’ll continue working closely with law enforcement during their investigation.”
