“As a father, a son, and a brother, I am devastated for the Lyoya family. Crump says the Lyoya family will join him on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. “It is critical now to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation to achieve justice, deliver accountability, and understand what happened, for Patrick Lyoya’s family as expeditiously as possible.”Ĭivil rights attorney Ben Crump released a statement as well. We must recommit ourselves, through our words and deeds, to working together to build a more perfect union and a Michigan with equality and justice for all, where every interaction within our community, especially those with law enforcement, end with everyone able to return home to their families without harm. We must never cease our efforts to reverse inequities, create systemic change, and guarantee justice for communities of color. When we demonstrate and make our voices heard, we must do so in a way that lifts our call for justice beyond the deepening the pain of this community. Black people in Grand Rapids, in Michigan, and across the country are mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausted from generations of struggle. People are frustrated and hurting-searching for answers. “I am heartbroken by what we all have witnessed as a father, public servant, and a Black man. Patrick was a loving father, a loyal friend, and a proud member of the Grand Rapids community who enjoyed sharing fellowship and culture with those around him. His father Peter described his son as a generous and caring man whom he wants to be remembered peacefully. They are feeling the deep pain that too many have felt, a terrible loss in a moment that feels all too sickeningly familiar. “Governor Whitmer and I spoke to Patrick Lyoya’s family. Michigan Attorney General released a statement, offering her assistance to the Kent County prosecutor. I will never stop fighting to make Michigan a more equitable and just state.”

We must come together and build a future where Black Michiganders are afforded equal rights, dignity, and safety in our communities. “Patrick’s father asked me to convey his hope that any demonstrations in his son’s honor remain peaceful, and as Governor I share this view. Justice is foundational to safety, and without justice, we are all less safe. Then, prosecutors must consider all the evidence, follow the law, and take appropriate action on charges. “The Michigan State Police will conduct a transparent, independent investigation of the shooting. Patrick was a son, a dad of two young daughters, and an older brother to his five siblings.

He arrived in the United States as a refugee with his family fleeing violence. “The Lieutenant Governor and I spoke with Patrick’s family and our hearts are with them and the Grand Rapids community who are dealing with unimaginable pain and loss.

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