Corewell Health Employee Testifies in Court About Coworker Relationship Before March Workplace Shooting in Troy
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Troy, MI – July 6, 2025 — A chilling workplace shooting that shocked the Troy community earlier this year is back in the spotlight as the victim, an employee of Corewell Health, took the stand in court to testify about the moments leading up to the violent incident — and the complex relationship with the accused shooter.
The shooting occurred in March 2025 at a Corewell Health facility in Troy, when an employee reportedly opened fire on a colleague in what authorities initially described as a targeted workplace dispute. Now, months later, the survivor of that attack has offered emotional and detailed testimony that sheds new light on what may have motivated the violence.
The victim, whose identity is being withheld due to safety concerns, recounted in court how the relationship with the accused shooter had deteriorated over time. “At first, we were just coworkers,” the victim said. “We talked, we joked around. Nothing out of the ordinary. But things started to feel off.”
According to the testimony, the suspect — whose name has not been released by authorities pending trial — allegedly began displaying increasingly erratic and aggressive behavior in the weeks leading up to the shooting. The victim described escalating tensions, including hostile comments, verbal altercations, and what was interpreted as stalking behavior inside the workplace.
“I reported some of the interactions to HR,” the victim testified. “But I never thought it would come to this. I never thought I’d be running for my life from someone I worked with every day.”
On the day of the shooting, the victim recalled hearing a loud bang and initially mistaking it for a mechanical malfunction. “Then I felt this sharp pain in my side, and I saw him—gun in hand, just staring at me. I ran.”
Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene after 911 calls flooded in from frightened employees. The victim was taken to the hospital with what officials said were serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The alleged shooter was arrested shortly after the incident and has remained in custody since, facing multiple felony charges, including attempted murder and firearms violations.
Prosecutors allege the shooting was premeditated and are building a case centered around a history of workplace harassment and the suspect’s personal grievances against the victim. “This was not a heat-of-the-moment argument,” the lead prosecutor stated. “This was a calculated, violent act stemming from resentment and unresolved conflict.”
Defense attorneys have so far remained quiet about their strategy but have hinted at possible mental health concerns as a factor in the case. The suspect has undergone psychiatric evaluation, the results of which are expected to be discussed in upcoming court sessions.
Meanwhile, Corewell Health issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to employee safety and outlining new security measures implemented since the shooting, including increased surveillance, enhanced workplace violence training, and expanded access to counseling services.
“This was a traumatic event for our entire team,” the statement read. “We continue to support the recovery and well-being of all affected employees and are fully cooperating with law enforcement in the ongoing legal proceedings.”
As court proceedings continue, the victim’s testimony marks a significant moment in the case — a harrowing reminder of how quickly routine workplace relationships can turn into dangerous confrontations. The courtroom was silent as the survivor detailed the physical and emotional scars left behind by the attack.
“This has changed my life forever,” the victim said. “I’m still trying to heal. But I’m here to speak the truth, because no one should ever have to go through what I went through.”
The trial is expected to continue over the next several weeks, with additional witnesses, including coworkers and HR personnel, set to take the stand. If convicted, the suspect could face decades in prison.