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9 injured, including 2 children, in shooting at Rochester Hills paddling pool

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. (WXYZ) — Nine people were injured after a man opened fire at the Brooklands Plaza Splash Pad in Rochester Hills Saturday evening, officials said.

VIDEO: Watch an update on Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard's shooting Saturday night:

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard provides update after shooting in Rochester Hills splash zone

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said the victims' injuries and conditions are as follows:

  • 8-year-old boy in critical condition
  • 4 year old boy in stable condition
  • A 39-year-old man in critical condition
  • 39-year-old woman in stable condition
  • 30-year-old woman in stable condition
  • 30-year-old man in stable condition
  • 78-year-old man in stable condition
  • 37-year-old woman in stable condition
  • 40-year-old man in stable condition

He said some of the victims were part of the same family.

Officials believe the shooting at the splash pad appears to be random.

“It’s a real gut punch…we’ve been through so much tragedy,” Sheriff Bouchard said.

Bouchard said law enforcement was able to track the suspect to a residence in Shelby Township. SWAT attempted to make contact, but authorities later discovered the suspected shooter had died.

The suspected shooter committed suicide, police said.

According to Bouchard, the 42-year-old suspect had no criminal history and lived with his mother.

VIDEO: Watch officials take stock after shooting at Rochester Hills splash pad

Officials provide update after up to 10 shootings at Rochester Hills splash pad

Bouchard said the shooting victims were being treated at four nearby hospitals.

Corewell Health released the following statement Saturday evening: “Our hearts go out to those who were affected by the shooting in Rochester Hills. We can confirm that our team is caring for some of the victims, but we are not releasing any additional information. “

“It’s heartbreaking… my thoughts are with the families at this time,” said Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan K. Barnett.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she is in contact with local officials and monitoring updates as they come in.

VIDEO: The scene outside the Rochester Hills splash pad where several people were shot Saturday

Video of the scene outside the Rochester Hills splash pad

Earlier reports from authorities indicated possibly more injuries, but those figures have since been revised.

We're told the suspect arrived just after 5 p.m., then approached the spray area, potentially firing more than 20 shots before leaving the scene. A weapon was recovered at the scene, according to Bouchard. At least one additional weapon was found inside the home.

“I had my own son here last year, and I was supposed to have him this weekend and I was going to bring him here to the same place…and I thank God I didn't, I could be in the hospital with my son right now,” said a local resident.

VIDEO: Footage from scene of Chopper 7 after several people injured in shooting at Rochester Hills splash pad, police say

Several people injured in shooting at Rochester Hills splash pad, police say

Oakland Community Health Network announced it will provide mental health services from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Rochester Hills Department of Public Services building, located at 511 E. Auburn Road. Services are available to victims, their families and individuals who were at the Brooklands Plaza Splash Pad in Rochester Hills at the time of the shooting.

Stay with 7 News Detroit for updates on this developing story.

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