Michigan mass shooting leaves five dead as police issue 'avoid area' warning

Michigan mass shooting leaves five dead as police issue 'avoid area' warning Five people and a suspected gunman - named by police as 39-year-old Chad Hickman - have died after a series of shootings in the US state of Michigan today Five people and a suspected gunman have been killed after a series of shootings in Michigan. Police found three people dead at a home in Missaukee County, US, before officers then launched a manhunt for suspect Chad Hickman. They then found a fourth body before finding the gunman dead in a wooded area, along with another victim. Police spokesperson Lt Ashley Miller said: "This situation is heartbreaking for the community and challenging for the investigators involved. "We remain committed to conducting a thorough investigation and will provide updates as new information becomes available." Earlier, Michigan State Police shared on social media that officers were investigating a shooting in the area that was reported just before noon local time. Authorities were hunting Hickman, 39, who they said should be considered "armed and dangerous." This is a Breaking News story. You’ll be more likely to see our stories when any big news breaks in future by simply by clicking this link . You can also join The Mirror’s WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News , Flipboard , Apple News , TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage .