11 Stabbed at Walmart — But One Armed Civilian Prevented a Massacre
Michigan – July 27, 2025: A quiet afternoon inside a Michigan Walmart erupted into horror when a man began randomly stabbing people, leaving eleven injured. Amid the chaos, one individual’s brave decision likely stopped the attack from becoming far deadlier.
Authorities say the suspect, whose name has not yet been released, began attacking unsuspecting shoppers and employees without warning. Panic spread quickly as people scrambled to escape the violence.
But while many ran for safety, one shopper—Derrick Perry, a licensed concealed carry holder—stepped in. According to witnesses, Perry confronted the suspect with remarkable composure, issued firm verbal commands, and held the man at gunpoint until law enforcement arrived.
No shots were fired during the encounter. Thanks to Perry’s quick thinking and calm under pressure, the attacker was taken into custody without further harm. “He stayed cool. He took control. He didn’t panic,” one eyewitness recalled. “He saved lives.”
Paramedics rushed to the scene to care for the wounded. Several victims remain hospitalized, including some in critical condition. Police emphasized that without Perry’s intervention, the outcome could have been far worse.
Local officers commended his actions, calling them “heroic” and noting that he “almost certainly prevented further bloodshed.”
The incident has reignited a national conversation around concealed carry laws, public safety, and the responsibilities of armed citizens during crises. While debates unfold, one thing remains clear: Derrick Perry, who walked into Walmart as just another shopper, walked out having made a life-saving difference.
As the investigation continues, the community is rallying around the victims—and expressing gratitude for the man who stood up when it mattered most.