Michigan Walmart stabbing incident: Not less than 11 folks wounded, six critically; suspect in custody

Not less than 11 folks had been stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse Metropolis on Saturday (July 26, 2025) — with six in vital situation — in what the sheriff mentioned gave the impression to be a random act. A suspect was in custody, authorities mentioned.

“Eleven is 11 too many, however thank God it wasn’t extra,” Grand Traverse County Sheriff Michael Shea instructed reporters.

Emergency automobiles and uniformed first responders had been seen exterior the shop following the incident.

Tiffany DeFell, 36, who lives in Honor, about 25 miles from Traverse Metropolis, mentioned she was within the car parking zone when she noticed chaos erupt round her.

“It was actually scary. Me and my sister had been simply freaking out,” she mentioned. “That is one thing you see out of the flicks. It is not what you count on to see the place you are dwelling.”

Munson Healthcare mentioned through social media that 11 folks had been being handled on the area’s largest hospital in northern Michigan. Spokesperson Megan Brown mentioned all had been stabbing victims. Six had been vital and 5 had been in severe situation late Saturday (July 26, 2025), she mentioned.

Mr. Shea mentioned the weapon concerned gave the impression to be a folding-style knife. Earlier within the day, the Michigan State Police mentioned the suspect had been taken into custody. Mr. Shea mentioned the suspect is believed to be a Michigan resident however declined to share additional particulars.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer mentioned, “Our ideas are with the victims and the group reeling from this brutal act of violence.”

Walmart mentioned in a press release that it could proceed to work carefully with legislation enforcement within the investigation.

“Violence like that is unacceptable. Our ideas are with those that had been injured and we’re grateful for the swift motion of first responders,” the assertion mentioned.

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino mentioned in a social media publish that bureau officers had been responding to “present any vital help.”

Traverse Metropolis is a well-liked trip spot on the coast of Lake Michigan. It’s identified for its cherry competition, wineries and lighthouses and is about 40 kilometers east of Sleeping Bear Dunes Nationwide Lakeshore.