GRAND BLANC, Mich — A Sunday morning worship service turned into tragedy when a former Marine rammed his pickup truck into a Mormon church, opened fire on congregants and set the chapel on fire in Grand Blanc Township. Authorities confirmed Monday that five people are dead, including the shooter, and eight others injured. Victims range in age from 6 to 78 years old.

Key Takeaways

Casualties: 5 dead (including shooter), 8 injured, as of Monday afternoon.

Shooter: Identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford , 40 , a former Marine with prior arrests for burglary and OWI.

Victims: Ages range from 6 to 78 ; two remain in critical condition.

Weapons & explosives: Firearms and improvised explosive devices were recovered.

Investigation: FBI calls it an “act of targeted violence.” Motive

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