Crime
Chad Hickman shot and killed Amanda Everitt and 4 others including his sister after shooting in Missaukee County
MISSAUKEE COUNTY, Mich. — Six people, including the suspected shooter, are dead and another person is in critical condition following a shooting in Missaukee County, according to Michigan State Police.
Authorities identified the suspected shooter as 39-year-old Chad Hickman, who had previously been considered armed and dangerous while police searched for him in connection with the deadly shooting.
According to information provided to authorities, Hickman allegedly shot and killed Amanda Everitt, along with four other victims including his sister before his own death. The circumstances surrounding the sixth death, including Hickman’s death, remain part of the ongoing investigation.
The shooting occurred near LaChance and Kelly roads in Missaukee County, prompting a major law enforcement response.
Initial emergency information indicated that four people had been shot at or near a residence in the area of 2580 S. LaChance Road. A 13-year-old victim reportedly called 911 after being shot, prompting emergency responders to the scene.
When authorities arrived, three victims were reportedly found dead, while another person was critically injured.
As the investigation developed, Michigan State Police confirmed that the death toll had risen to six people, including the suspected shooter.
Following the shooting, Michigan State Police launched a search for Hickman and warned the public that he was considered armed and dangerous.
Troopers identified Hickman as being from the Lake City/Jennings area and said he might be driving a white pickup truck with a discolored tailgate.
Authorities urged members of the public not to approach him and instructed anyone who spotted him or had information about his whereabouts to immediately call 911.
MSP announced shortly after 3 p.m. Friday that detectives had received information indicating Hickman had been located deceased. .
Authorities later confirmed that Hickman was among the six people who died in connection with the shooting.
Investigators are working to establish a complete timeline of the violence and determine what led to the deadly shooting.
Authorities have not yet released additional details about the relationship between Hickman and all of the victims, the circumstances surrounding the shooting, or a possible motive.
The surviving victim remains in critical condition, according to Michigan State Police.
The Missaukee County shooting investigation remains active, with detectives continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses as they work to fully reconstruct what happened. Additional information is expected as authorities release further details.
Crime
Greenville County Murder-Suicide: Chloe Jade Brown and Dreak Wright Dead After Elmwood Avenue Shooting
GREENVILLE, South Carolina — A fatal shooting at a home on Elmwood Avenue in Greenville County claimed the lives of a man and a woman on Tuesday evening, October 13, 2026.
The victims have been identified in information shared with the public as Chloe Jade Brown, a young mother, and Dreak Wright. The incident has been described as a suspected murder-suicide.
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called to Elmwood Avenue before 9 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they found a man and a woman who had both sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
According to the supplied account, Wright allegedly shot Brown before taking his own life. The identities and sequence of events should be treated as reported information until confirmed by authorities.
Chloe Jade Brown has been remembered by friends and loved ones as a caring mother and a bright presence in their lives.
Following news of the deadly incident, tributes expressed grief over her death and concern for the children she leaves behind. Those mourning her have offered prayers for her children, family and everyone affected by the tragedy.
The loss of a mother has prompted particular concern for the children’s well-being and the emotional support they may need as they cope with their loss.
Some people sharing tributes to Brown alleged that she had experienced domestic violence. However, the information available does not independently confirm those claims or establish whether domestic violence played a role in the shooting.
Authorities have not provided further details in the supplied report about the circumstances leading up to the incident, the relationship between the victims or any previous reports of domestic disputes.
These details should be verified before being presented as established facts.
Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Elmwood Avenue residence before 9 p.m. Tuesday. They found both victims dead from gunshot wounds, according to the agency’s initial account.
The incident has been described as a murder-suicide in the supplied information, but additional official confirmation is needed regarding the sequence of events and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The tragedy has left friends and loved ones mourning both individuals, while tributes to Brown have highlighted the impact her death will have on her children.