Active shooter reported at hotel in Michigan; 1 injured

Active shooter reported at hotel in Michigan; 1 injured

An "active shooting scene" is underway at a Hampton Inn in Dearborn, Michigan, the Michigan State Police said.

One victim has been hospitalized, according to Dearborn police. Authorities said they did not have an update on the victim's condition.

Police said the suspect was firing shots with a long gun from inside the hotel.

Law enforcement personnel arrive to the scene of an active shooter in Dearborn, Mich., Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022.

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Two hours after the shooting began, police said they were still trying to negotiating with the suspect. Dearborn police said they have been in contact with the suspect's family and are trying to get him to surrender peacefully.

According to police, the suspect was in a dispute with hotel staff over money.

Officers evacuated hotel employees and guests, police said.

Authorities are urging people to stay away from downtown Dearborn.

Law enforcement personnel work to the scene of an active shooter in Dearborn, Mich., Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022.

Chris Rizk/Detroit News via AP

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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