WESTLAND, Mich. (WXYZ) — A man who was working as a Salvation Army bell ringer was shot and killed at a Kroger store in Westland Thursday evening, according to a source.
Police said the shooting happened around 6:20 p.m. at the store on Ford Road near Central City Parkway.
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Source: Salvation Army bell ringer fatally shot at Kroger store in Westland
It's unclear at this time what led up to the shooting.
The suspect is a teenage boy, Westland Mayor Kevin Coleman confirmed. Additional information about the suspect was not immediately available, including if he is in custody.
The Salvation Army released the following statement:
“The Salvation Army is profoundly heartbroken by the tragic incident that took place tonight at the Kroger in Westland. We lift up in prayer all who are affected, especially the individual involved, their loved ones and the Westland community. We are working closely with the Westland Police Department as they investigate the situation.”
- Lt. Col. Steve Merritt, divisional commander for The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division
Police are investigating.
Kroger released a statement that reads:
We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred outside of our Westland Kroger located at 36430 Ford Road. We are cooperating with local law enforcement, and will continue to follow their guidance while the police investigation continues. To protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation, we are deferring all questions to Westland Police Department.
