An investigation into a multiple homicide case in Austin Township continues.

 

On Friday, Mecosta County Sheriff Brian Miller said deputies responded to reports of shots fired at a home in Austin Township.

 

When they arrived, deputies found 40-year old Dawn Gillard, her three children, all under the age of 10 with fatal gunshot injuries and a 51-year old male with a gunshot would to the head. 

 

Deputies found the male to still be alive and EMS took him to hospital where he has critical injuries.

 

The Mecosta Prosecutor’s Office to review for charges against male in relation to the actions leading to the four deaths. The male’s name is being withheld until he is arrested and formally charged.