Multiple people stabbed at Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan; suspect in custody

Authorities in Michigan say they are investigating a multiple stabbing incident at a Walmart in Traverse City.

The suspect is in custody, Michigan State Police said in a statement posted on social media.

The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

Authorities did not provide any other details.

State police asked people to avoid the area as the investigation continues.

Traverse City, a city of about 16,000 people, is in northern Michigan, about 150 miles north of Grand Rapids.

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