Suspect In Synagogue Attack Died Of Self-Inflicted Wound To The Head

Authorities said Friday that the suspect who rammed an explosives-filled vehicle into a Michigan synagogue Thursday died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

A suspect rammed an explosives-laden truck into the entrance of a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Mich., on Thursday afternoon, forcing his way inside the building. During a press conference Friday, FBI Special Agent in Charge Jennifer Runyan told reporters that early evidence indicates the attacker took his own life.

“Yes, Ma’am. Preliminary reports from the medical examiner’s office show a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head,” Runyan said.

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Officials said the attack did not leave any children or synagogue staff hurt. Sheriff Mike Bouchard said security staff inside the building responded immediately once the vehicle broke through the entrance, stopping the threat and likely preventing a much more serious outcome.

“No children and no staff were hurt. So we know there’s evil in the world, and we know they only have to get it right once, and sometimes they do. They may not come on anybody’s radar, and they show up,” Bouchard said.

Bouchard said about 30 law enforcement officers went to hospitals after inhaling smoke while carrying out the search-and-rescue operation.