Walmart Stabbing Hero Speaks Out as Suspect’s Troubled Past Is Revealed
We are now hearing from the hero who brought an end to the terrifying mass stabbing at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan.
While the community praises the actions of this brave citizen, new details are emerging about the suspect, Bradford Gilley. He now faces multiple serious charges, including terrorism, as we learn more about his long and troubled history with law enforcement and mental illness.
👤 Who Is Derek Perry, the Man Who Stopped the Attack?
The man being hailed as a hero is Derek Perry. He is a married father of three, a former U.S. Marine, and works at a local hospital.
Perry is also a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) holder. In an exclusive interview, he described the moments he held the suspect at gunpoint until police could arrive, stating his only thought was “trying to get him away from people and get him isolated and get him to put the knife down.”
📜 What Do We Know About the Suspect, Bradford Gilley?
The man accused of stabbing 11 people is 42-year-old Bradford Gilley. Court records reveal a decades-long criminal history that paints a picture of a life in a downward spiral.
His prior convictions include:
- Domestic violence (2005)
- Retail fraud (2006)
- Aggravated domestic violence (2008)
- Another assault conviction (2012)
- Criminal mischief in Florida (2014)
Perhaps the most disturbing allegation came in 2016 when Gilley was charged with felony destruction of tombs and mutilation of dead bodies. However, court records show he was found not guilty by reason of insanity.
Gilley’s struggle with mental illness has been public for years. A 2007 article in the Petoskey News Review featured his mother, who said her son suffered from paranoid schizophrenia.
⚖️ What Charges Does Gilley Face Now?
Bradford Gilley appeared in court via Zoom, where he seemed confused and combative before the magistrate. He was arraigned on the following charges:
- One count of terrorism
- Eleven counts of assault with intent to murder
Gilley has entered a not guilty plea and remains in custody.
🚓 Why Were Police Searching for the Suspect Before the Stabbing?
In a tragic revelation, the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office announced they had been actively searching for Gilley the night before the attack.
Deputies had received a court order to take him into custody. However, they were unable to find him in time, as Gilley was believed to be homeless.
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