Michigan State University Shooting

We mourn the loss of beautiful souls and pray for those continuing to fight for their lives.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer following a shooting on the Michigan State University campus. Three students were killed and five remain in critical condition.

This is a developing story.

Who & What: Eight students were shot at Michigan State University's campus by a 43-year-old gunman. Three of the victims died. Five are critically wounded. The gunman fled the scene but was located a few hours later when someone reported seeing him. He died of a self-inflicted gunshot after being confronted by officers.

Where: The first attack occurred in an academic building with classrooms. The second attack occurred at the nearby student union. Both buildings are accessible to the public.

When: Around 8:30 p.m. on Monday.

Why: The motive is unknown. The gunman has no known ties to the university.

Official: Michigan gunman had note threatening 2 NJ schools (The Associated Press)

Michigan State University shooting: Police report 8 shot, 3 dead – all students (Lansing State Journal)