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Unarmed motel security guard shot and killed Tuesday morning in Wyoming; suspect dead

Police say 38-year-old John Cain was working as a security guard at the motel at the time of the incident.
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WYOMING, Mich — Two men died from gunshot wounds overnight in what appears to be a murder-suicide, police say. 

Just after midnight Tuesday, officers with the Wyoming Department of Public Safety responded to shots fired calls near the Grand Rapids Inn. 

Upon arrival, officers found 38-year-old John Cain Jr. of Grand Rapids with fatal gunshot wounds outside one of the motel rooms. Police say Cain was working as a security guard at the motel and was unarmed at the time of the incident.

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A short time later, 21-year-old Jacob Grygorzyk was found at a nearby residence with an apparent fatal self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police believe he was responsible for the fatal motel shooting.

A preliminary investigation indicates Cain was shot while responding to a complaint. A confrontation ensued and ended with shots fired. 

Police say there is no apparent danger to the public at this time. The incident is currently under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Wyoming Police at 616-530-7300 or 911. Tips can also be reported anonymously to Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.

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