The FBI says right now they’re considering Sunday’s incident an act of targeted violence. Officials said it could not yet be called a hate crime until they can better understand the shooter and his motive.
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- A former Marine attacked a Mormon church in Michigan, resulting in five deaths including the suspect.
- The attacker drove into the church, opened fire, and set the building on fire before being killed by police. 10s
- Authorities have not determined a motive and are investigating the incident as targeted violence. 1m 14s
- Officials have not confirmed reports of personal connections or prior statements by the suspect about the church. 1m 1s
- Law enforcement and officials are urging increased security and preparedness at places of worship. 1m 53s