8 family members, including 6 children, found dead in Michigan fire; at least one victim shot: police
Authorities said at least one victim had been shot. (WXMI)Authorities said the investigation remains active and additional information is expected following the completion of the victims' autopsies.Sheriff's detectives are investigating alongside arson investigators with the Michigan State Police. Michael Sinkewicz is a writer for Fox News Digital. You understand that you can opt-out at any time.
- ▪Authorities said at least one victim had been shot. (WXMI)Authorities said the investigation remains active and additional information is expected following the completion of the victims' autopsies.Sheriff's detectives are investigating alo
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Fire Disasters 8 family members, including 6 children, found dead in Michigan fire; at least one victim shot: police The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office launched a suspicious death investigation after the house fire Friday morning By Michael Sinkewicz Fox News Published July 25, 2026 5:24am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for July 24 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Authorities in Michigan are investigating possible foul play after eight people, including six children, were found dead inside a burning home Friday with some of the victims suffering gunshot wounds.
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