A suspect is in custody in the aftermath of a fatal shooting at a Kroger store in Westland, Michigan, police say.

"Initial investigation indicates that this was not a random occurrence and that the victim and suspect knew each other prior to this incident," Westfield police said Friday.

The shooting happened about 6:10 p.m. Thursday at the supermarket located at Ford Road and Central Parkway. When officers arrived, they found the victim had been struck multiple times by gunshots. Although first responders provided emergency medical assistance, police said the man died as a result of his injuries at the store.

CBS News Detroit spoke with a friend of the victim, who confirmed that the victim, 47-year-old Alvin Echols, was a bell ringer for the Salvation Army. Witnesses said they were rushed to the back of the store shortly after the shooting happened.

The suspect ran off after the shooting, police said, but investigators were able to identify that person and make an arrest Friday morning. The suspect's identity will be withheld until after a court arraignment takes place, police said.

"The Salvation Army is profoundly heartbroken by the tragic incident that took place tonight at the Kroger in Westland," said Lieutenant Colonel Steve Merritt with the Salvation Army Great Lakes Division. "We lift up in prayer all who are affected, especially the individual involved, their loved ones and the Westland community. We are working closely with the Westland Police Department as they investigate the situation."

Kroger sent CBS News Detroit the following statement: "We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred outside of our Westland Kroger located at 36430 Ford Road. We are cooperating with local law enforcement and will continue to follow their guidance while the police investigation continues. To protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation, we are deferring all questions to the Westland Police Department."