Police in West Bloomfield, Michigan, are responding to a possible active shooter at a Reform Jewish synagogue, according to several local media reports. Video from the scene shows dark, thick smoke pouring out of the building.
Michigan State Police confirmed an active shooter in a school affiliated with the Temple Israel synagogue, according to radio station WWJ in Detroit. West Bloomfield is about 25 miles northwest of Detroit.
Reports say gunfire was heard after a car crashed into the building early Thursday afternoon.
Local ABC affiliate WXYZ said all nearby schools and houses of worship were told to shelter in place. The Jewish Federation of Detroit was aware of the situation and provided the news station with a statement.
“We are aware of a security incident at Temple Israel,” the organization stated. “We are advising all Jewish organizations to go into lockout protocol – nobody in or out of your building. More information to follow.”
Temple Israel also houses the Tyner Religious School, which teaches pre-K through 12th grade.
This is a breaking news situation, and Straight Arrow News has a reporter en route to the scene who will provide updates as the story develops.