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Patrick Lyoya, a 26-year-old Black man, died Monday, April 4, 2022, following a traffic stop near the intersection of Griggs and Nelson on the city's southeast side. Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom released video footage on April 13, 2022, which shows an officer shooting Lyoya in the head following a foot chase and struggle.

Former GRPD Officer Chris Schurr has been charged with second-degree murder for the shooting death of Lyoya. His trial is scheduled to begin on October 24, 2023.

Here’s a timeline of events related to the deadly shooting of Patrick Lyoya and the case against Schurr: