Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital, just north of Detroit, became the site of fear early Thursday morning when an active shooter incident broke out in the hospital’s parking garage around 7:08 a.m. What began as a routine workday quickly turned into a lockdown situation as reports of gunfire spread through the building.
Authorities confirmed that the shooter was a hospital employee who targeted a coworker. The 25-year-old victim was shot twice in the arm and taken to the emergency department for treatment, where he was listed in stable condition. Although his injuries were not life-threatening, the emotional shock of the event was felt widely.
The hospital immediately activated emergency protocols. Staff sheltered in place, visitors were told to remain where they were, and patients were moved away from vulnerable areas. Many employees were caught mid-shift, suddenly shifting from routine tasks to urgent safety procedures.
Outside, a large law enforcement response formed quickly. Police, SWAT teams, ATF agents, drones, and canine units secured the area while streets around the hospital were shut down. Nearby schools and neighborhoods were also advised to shelter in place as a precaution.
Inside the building, lockdown procedures created uncertainty for patients and staff. Some procedures were postponed, and caregivers worked to keep patients calm while staying alert to updates from authorities. Law enforcement swept the hospital floor by floor until the suspect was located and detained.
Officials later confirmed that the incident was a targeted workplace conflict rather than a random attack. Once the situation was controlled, the hospital offered counseling services to employees and increased security measures throughout the facility.
Families waited anxiously outside the police perimeter, relieved when updates confirmed the victim’s stable condition and the absence of additional injuries. Community members and local officials expressed gratitude for the rapid response by first responders and hospital staff.
As operations slowly resumed, the focus shifted to emotional recovery. Although only one person was physically hurt, many experienced fear and stress that will take time to process. The incident served as a reminder of the pressures faced by healthcare workers and the need for continued attention to workplace safety and support.