# Missaukee County shooting spree

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/missaukee-county-shooting-spree
> Updated: 2026-08-16T01:38:14.000Z. Sources: 85. Developments: 2.

A series of shootings occurred in Missaukee County, Michigan, resulting in the deaths of six people, including the suspect, 39-year-old Chad Hickman. The violence took place across multiple locations, including residences in Lake Township and a wooded area near Whitlock Lake.

Initial reports identified victims including a 41-year-old woman, Amanda Everitt, and her 16-year-old son, Eric. A 13-year-old girl survived being shot four times and was reported to have moved from critical to stable condition. Following a manhunt, authorities located a fourth victim at a second residence and later discovered the bodies of Hickman and a 29-year-old woman in a wooded area.

Subsequent details revealed that Hickman had a 2024 conviction for misdemeanor fourth-degree child abuse and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Hickman’s ex-wife, Katie Frai, criticized local prosecutors and a judge for allowing him to remain free despite his history of alleged abuse and threats. The Michigan State Police continue to investigate the motive behind the shootings.

## Claims

- The shooting spree resulted in six deaths, including the gunman, and left one person in critical condition. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Suspect Chad Hickman was found dead in a wooded area, with initial reports suggesting suicide by gunshot. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Chad Hickman was sentenced to one year in Misaki County Jail in 2024 for fourth-degree child abuse and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The suspect's ex-wife, Katie Frai, blamed local prosecutors and Judge Ransom for allowing the gunman to remain free. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-16: Michigan shooting spree leaves six dead, including suspect

Six people are dead, including suspect Chad Hickman, following a shooting spree in Missaukee County, Michigan. The gunman had a prior conviction for child abuse.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michigan-shooting-six-dead-including-suspect-chad-hickman

### 2026-08-14: Michigan shooting spree leaves six dead, including suspect

Six people, including suspect Chad Hickman, died following a series of shootings across two homes and a wooded area in Missaukee County, Michigan. One 13-year-old girl survived the attack.

80 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/houston-police-shoot-gunman-after-he-fired-on-vehicles-wounding-three

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Cite as: Missaukee County shooting spree. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/missaukee-county-shooting-spree