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Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Jacqueline Ganun, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident occurred at a home in Missaukee County, approximately 170 miles northwest of Detroit.
A shooting incident in Michigan has resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including the suspect. The victims include a teenage boy and four adults. A teenage girl survived the incident and is in stable condition.
The suspect, Chad Hickman, was found dead in a wooded area. Authorities had launched a wide search for him after the shootings were reported. The incident occurred at a home in Missaukee County, approximately 170 miles northwest of Detroit.
Further details about the incident, including the relationships between the victims and the suspect, are available from Michigan State Police. The investigation is ongoing, and more information may be released as it becomes available.
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Category: safety Published: August 15, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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