A big question surrounding the theater shooting in Aurora -- is how police handle such a seemingly random attack.
By all accounts, the response this morning in Colorado was very fast.
State Police in Michigan say the Columbine School Shooting in 1999 sparked new training for an "active shooter" situation -- like the one in Aurora.
But when a tragedy like this unfolds, without any warning -- it's almost impossible to prevent.
"We don't have metal detectors at the grocery store. We don't have security at the movie theater or at the playground. This is an open and free society. And for a lone individual that's committed to this type of violence, how do you prevent it? It's very difficult. And always will be," says Eric Sumpter, Trooper with the Michigan State Police.
Police say now, they're trained to immediately move in on active shooters -- instead of waiting for tactical teams to arrive.
9&10's Evan Dean and Photojournalist Jake Johnson spoke to State Police today and have their reaction to the shooting.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:55 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:55:13 GMT
Tara Felisky-Syler died when she was thrown from a car as it rolled over in Isabella County just two weeks before her high school graduation. The deadly accident happened on Weidman Road near Lincoln
Tara Felisky-Syler died when she was thrown from a car as it rolled over in Isabella County just two weeks before her high school graduation. The deadly accident happened on Weidman Road near Lincoln
Monday, May 20 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:11:17 GMT
A former middle school teacher is accused of several crimes involving teenage girls. John Howell was arrested earlier this year. He was a teacher in Sault Ste. Marie before resigning. Police say
A former middle school teacher is accused of several crimes involving teenage girls. John Howell was arrested earlier this year. He was a teacher in Sault Ste. Marie before resigning. Police say
Monday, May 20 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:18:13 GMT
An Ada, Michigan man recieved serious injuries during a motorcyle accident when he collided with another car turning into a driveway. The incident was earlier today in Newayago County in Croton Township.
An Ada, Michigan man recieved serious injuries during a motorcyle accident when he collided with another car turning into a driveway. The incident was earlier today in Newayago County in Croton Township.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:53 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:53:38 GMT
Police say a man is dead after breaking into a home and stabbing a mother and her son. The incident happened in Alpena Township earlier this morning. Officers say the man left the scene after the stabbing
Police say a man is dead after breaking into a home and stabbing a mother and her son. The incident happened in Alpena Township earlier this morning. Officers say the man left the scene after the stabbing
Monday, May 20 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:49:29 GMT
Members of the military who enlisted in Michigan can now get their hunting and fishing licenses for free. The DNR announced the offer today. To qualify, you have to be active duty, and been a Michigan
Members of the military who enlisted in Michigan can now get their hunting and fishing licenses for free. The DNR announced the offer today. To qualify, you have to be active duty, and been a Michigan
Monday, May 20 2013 9:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:10:59 GMT
The storms we saw today around northern Michigan pale in comparison to those felt over the last 2 days across the midwest and central plains. Storms ripped through 5 states yesterday and into today,
We've just learned that the death toll has risen to 51 as a result from the Oklahoma tornadoes today.
At least 7 of those reported deaths are children.
The death toll is expected to rise.
Stay tuned for continuing coverage on this story.
We've just learned that the death toll has risen to 51 as a result from the Oklahoma tornadoes today.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:30:13 GMT
A storm that hit Mecosta County's Rodney only lasted a few minutes, but what the storm brought was quite a surprise. Hail the size of golf balls fell onto the town, covering lawns as if it had snowed,
A storm that hit Mecosta County's Rodney only lasted a few minutes, but what the storm brought was quite a surprise. Hail the size of golf balls fell onto the town, covering lawns as if it had snowed,
Monday, May 20 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:53:15 GMT
Severe weather is slamming northern Michigan, bringing hail, heavy rain and howling winds. Right now, parts of northern Michigan are under severe thunderstorm warnings and watches, while others are being
Severe weather is slamming northern Michigan, bringing hail, heavy rain and howling winds. Right now, parts of northern Michigan are under severe thunderstorm warnings and watches, while others are being
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