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Federal and state authorities are responding to an “active shooting” at a Reform Jewish synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, after a suspect allegedly rammed a vehicle into the house of worship and opened fire.
The shooting, which unfolded at about 12:30 p.m. local time Thursday, took place at Temple Israel, according to Michigan State Police.
A senior law enforcement source tells Fox News the shooter is believed to be dead.
FBI Director Kash Patel said his personnel are on the scene with partners in Michigan and are “responding to the apparent vehicle ramming and active shooter situation” at the temple.
Aerial image of synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, where active shooting situation was reported. (WWJ)
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Bloomingfield Township Police confirmed Bloomfield Hills schools are in secure mode.
“This is out of precaution, there are no known threats to Bloomfield Hills schools at this time,” the agency wrote in a statement.
Neighboring agency Ann Arbor Police Department said its officers will also increase patrols and respond to local houses of worship and schools throughout the city as a precautionary measure.
“We are asking for community members to stay away from the area to allow for police response,” state police wrote in a statement. “Troopers are also increasing patrols at other places of worship in the district.”
An active shooter was reported at the Temple Israel, a synagogue in Michigan, on Thursday, March 12, 2026. (WJBK)
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she is tracking reports and working with Michigan State Police to get more information.
“This is heartbreaking,” Whitmer wrote in an X post. “Michigan’s Jewish community should be able to live and practice their faith in peace. Antisemitism and violence have no place in Michigan. I am hoping for everyone’s safety. Thank you to law enforcement for their swift action.”
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She has covered major national crises, including the L.A. wildfires, Potomac and Hudson River aviation disasters, Boulder terror attack, and Texas Hill Country floods.
