GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A man who was shot by a police officer during an attempted arrest Wednesday night has died from his injuries, according to the Grand Rapids Police Department.
The incident occurred shortly after 9:30 p.m. on February 18, 2026, when officers began pursuing a man riding a bicycle in the area of Southeast Eastern Avenue and Southeast Logan Street. Authorities said officers believed the man was armed at the time of the pursuit.
Police reported that the bicyclist rode into an apartment complex parking lot during the chase. After cornering him, officers deployed a police dog to assist in the arrest. According to GRPD, when officers attempted to take the man into custody, he resisted arrest.
During the struggle, one officer discharged their weapon, striking the man. First responders rendered aid at the scene before transporting him to a local hospital. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries Thursday morning, police confirmed.
Investigators stated that a handgun was recovered at the scene of the shooting. No officers were reported injured during the encounter.
As is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings, the Michigan State Police has taken over the investigation to ensure an independent review of the circumstances surrounding the use of force. The officer involved has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation, which is also routine protocol.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased man. Additional details regarding the events leading up to the pursuit, including why officers initially sought to stop him, have not been publicly disclosed.
The shooting has drawn attention within the Grand Rapids community as residents await further information. Officials have indicated that more details may be released as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to cooperate with investigators as the review continues.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
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