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Gunfire and Explosion Attempt at Detroit Synagogue: Suspect Dead

3/13/2026

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All Jewish organizations in Detroit were placed on lockout protocol.
Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, was targeted.
A car crashed into the synagogue and gunfire followed.
The suspect was killed and attempted to detonate an explosive device, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is assisting.
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said there were no civilian injuries and urged shelter within a mile of the temple.

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Story summary

All Jewish organizations in Detroit were placed on lockout protocol.
Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, was targeted.
A car crashed into the synagogue and gunfire followed.
The suspect was killed and attempted to detonate an explosive device, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is assisting.
Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said there were no civilian injuries and urged shelter within a mile of the temple.