At least 11 injured in horror knife rampage at Walmart in Michigan as suspect ‘stabbed victims at random'

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A 42-year-old suspect has been taken into custody following the shocking incident
WALMART ATTACK At least 11 injured in horror knife rampage at Walmart in Michigan as suspect 'stabbed victims at random'
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AT least 11 people have been injured in a horror knife attack at a Michigan Walmart.
A 42-year-old suspect has been taken into custody following the shocking incident in Traverse City.
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Law enforcement officers cross caution tape outside a Walmart where 11 people were stabbed
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Members of the law enforcement in the area work at the scene
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Police officers speak to Walmart employees outside a Walmart store
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The 11 victims are being treated at a nearby hospital, medical authorities have announced.
"As a result, our Emergency Department is currently experiencing a higher-than-usual volume of patients," Munson Medical Centre posted on social media.
Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea revealed at a news conference that cops believe the suspect acted alone.
"There is no information indicating there were additional suspects," he said.
"It appears that these were all random acts."
Shea told reporters that the suspect is a Michigan resident and had wielded a "folding knife style weapon".
The sheriff added that three of the victims are undergoing surgery.
Six of the victims are male and five are female, he further revealed.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer posted on X: "I'm in touch with law enforcement about the horrible news out of Traverse City.
"Our thoughts are with the victims and the community reeling from this brutal act of violence.
"I am grateful to the first responders for their swift response to apprehend the suspect."
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said the bureau's personnel are responding to provide any necessary support to local authorities.
Walmart corporate spokesperson Joe Pennington told CNN: "Violence like this is unacceptable.
"Our thoughts are with those who were injured and we're thankful for the swift action of first responders.
"We'll continue working closely with law enforcement during their investigation."
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