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The Kent County Medical Examiner completed the autopsy of a man who was found dead on the southeast side of Grand Rapids.

The Grand Rapids Police Department says K9 Jack retired Saturday after serving the department for eight years.

Patrick Lyoya was fatally shot during a traffic stop on April 4, 2022. The family said they’ve been living in pain and in fear ever since.

Police are investigating shots being fired in Grand Rapids on Sunday. According to the Grand Rapids Police Department, police in the area heard the sound of gunshots at around 3 p.m.

Grand Rapids recently announced a major investment in public safety—plans to build a new fire station.

Many departments already have drone programs, the Chief pointed out, including much smaller cities. He wants Grand Rapids- the second largest municipal agency in the state- to follow suit.

On person has died after a car accident in Grand Rapids on Sunday. According to the Grand Rapids Police Department, the accident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. at Walker Avenue, north of Richmond

GRPD says the plan intends to clarify its missions for the year and includes what the department calls “accountability metrics” to measure its success in reaching these goals.

Police confirm Vasant Patel, 42, was killed. He was shot multiple times. police say, and was taken to the hospital, where he passed away from his injuries.

People protesting the deaths of Tyre Nichols and Patrick Lyoya at the hands of police rallied in Monument Park in downtown Grand Rapids at midday Saturday.