Overview

• Patrick Lyoya, a 26-year-old Congolese immigrant, was fatally shot in the back of the head by former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr during a 2022 traffic stop and struggle over a Taser.
• Judge Christina Mims declared a mistrial on May 8, 2025, after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict following four days of deliberation.
• Prosecutor Chris Becker is considering whether to refile charges, leaving the prospect of a retrial open as the Lyoya family calls for continued pursuit of justice.
• Bodycam, dashcam, and cellphone footage, along with an independent autopsy, were central to the trial, showcasing the struggle between Schurr and Lyoya before the shooting.
• The case, which has drawn national attention, highlights broader issues of police accountability and racial justice, echoing other high-profile incidents of police violence in the United States.