GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. – A tragic incident unfolded in Genesee County, Michigan, where Sheriff Chris Swanson has confirmed the identity of the victim in a shooting in Vienna Township as Timothy Kildee, brother of Congressman Dan Kildee. The suspect, believed to be the son of the victim, is now in custody. The prosecutor’s office is considering potential charges in this case.
According to Sheriff Swanson, the stolen vehicle involved in the crash in Genesee Township belonged to the victim. The crash resulted in injuries, with the alleged shooter, a 27-year-old, sustaining serious injuries and currently hospitalized under the watch of sheriff’s deputies.
Congressman Dan Kildee expressed his family’s grief and devastation in a statement following the tragic loss of his brother in this terrible incident. He thanked the community for respecting their privacy during this difficult time.
The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the case, which unfolded across the county early Tuesday morning. The incident began with a domestic call from a residence in Burton, leading to a homicide at a residence in Vienna Township. The suspect then reportedly stole a vehicle, which was later crashed in Genesee Township.
Sheriff Swanson reassures the public that the suspect is now in custody, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. The Sheriff’s Office is working diligently to gather more information and provide updates as the investigation progresses. More details are expected to be released as the case unfolds further.