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Man Critically Wounded in Crossbow Attack at Michigan Motel as Deputies Seek Suspect

Detectives say the shooter was an acquaintance who was also staying at the motel.

Overview

  • Deputies responded around 11:30 a.m. Saturday to the Bedford Inn Motel in Erie, Michigan, after reports of an arrow shooting.
  • The 42-year-old Toledo man was stabilized at the scene and underwent surgery and remains in critical condition.
  • Investigators recovered a crossbow from a motel room after executing search warrants.
  • The sheriff's office says both the victim and suspected shooter have been identified, but the suspect has not been located.
  • The case is being investigated as assault with intent to murder, and authorities are asking for tips to the Detective Bureau or Crime Stoppers.