Michigan Grand Valley State University student Connor Lotterman killed in ‘intentional’ house party shooting

A tragic incident occurred at a house party in Tallmadge Township, Michigan, where a 19-year-old Grand Valley State University student, Connor Lotterman, lost his life due to multiple gunshots fired through the floor. The shooting was described as “intentional” by officials, with a 20-year-old suspected gunman firing several rounds into the floor from an upstairs bedroom while partygoers were present.

Connor Lotterman, an engineering student at GVSU, was struck in the head by a bullet during the incident and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Despite efforts to save him, he passed away the following day, just three days before his 20th birthday. The coroner’s office ruled his death as accidental, with alcohol believed to have played a role in the tragic event.

The Ottowa County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the shooting was intentional, with multiple rounds being fired. The suspected gunman has not been publicly identified, but police and prosecutors are considering criminal charges in connection with the fatal shooting.

Connor Lotterman was the youngest of five siblings and is survived by his parents, siblings, grandparents, nieces, and nephews. His sister, Marielle Lotterman, expressed her grief in a heartfelt birthday tribute, thanking him for being the best little brother she could ask for.

As the Grand Valley community mourns the loss of Connor Lotterman, the university’s Dean of Students, Aaron Haight, extended condolences to his family and friends. Lotterman was in his second year at GVSU at the time of his tragic death.

The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of mixing firearms and alcohol. Authorities urge individuals to be cautious and responsible, emphasizing the importance of avoiding such situations to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.