Relatives and friends gathered following the recent shooting in the Missaukee area to remember the victims and to praise a 13‑year‑old whose actions during the incident have been called heroic, according to reporting from 9&10 News.
Family members described the victims and spoke publicly about the impact of the shooting, and they singled out the young teen for quick thinking and bravery during the event. The gathering served both as a remembrance and as a chance for loved ones to acknowledge the child’s role amid a painful chapter for the community, 9&10 News reports.
Local coverage from 9&10 News has more on the family’s remarks and the community response.