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Father of church shooter Thomas Jacob Sanford apologizes to victims’ families
Thomas Sanford apologized to victims' families after his son killed four in a church attack that included arson and gunfire, with investigators still seeking a motive.
- The father of Thomas Jacob Sanford apologized to the victims' families, calling the situation a "nightmare" and expressing feelings of guilt for the incident that occurred at a Mormon church in Michigan where four people died and eight were injured.
- Investigators have not confirmed a motive for Thomas Jacob Sanford, but city council candidate Kris Johns noted that Sanford had referred to Mormonism as "the anti-Christ" in a previous conversation.
- Sanford drove his truck into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and opened fire on congregants before setting fire to the building and being killed by police, as stated by authorities.
- In response to the tragedy, certified firearms instructor Ryan Swartz is offering free firearms training to church leaders and ushers, reflecting rising concerns about safety in places of worship.
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Michigan church shooter had unhinged obsession with Mormons for years leading up to attack
Michigan Latter-day Saints church shooter Thomas Sanford had a deranged fixation on the Mormon faith, and was convinced they were going to "take over the world," according to friends.
·New York, United States
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The attack occurred on Sunday during the temple religious service; at least four people have died from the incident
·Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Michigan Church Shooter's Dad 'Devastated,' Has 'No Answers'
The father of Thomas Jacob Sanford, the man behind the deadly church shooting in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, has publicly apologized to the families of the victims, USA Today reports. In a brief exchange with the Detroit Free Press , Thomas Sanford expressed sorrow for those affected, saying, "I feel terrible...
·Miami, United States
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