Man Shot by Michigan State Police Trooper in Stable Condition

Incident occurred during response to report of suicidal person at Muskegon Township residence.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:19pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An extreme close-up of a metal police firearm magazine reflecting a bright flash of light, conceptually illustrating the harsh, sudden nature of a police shooting incident.A police shooting investigation exposes the stark realities of law enforcement's response to mental health crises.Grand Rapids Today

A 58-year-old man is in stable condition after being shot by a Michigan State Police trooper during a call about a suicidal person at a residence in Muskegon Township. The trooper fired after the man 'presented a firearm' but did not shoot at officers, according to MSP. The trooper has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation.

Why it matters

Incidents involving police use of force, especially those resulting in injury, are closely scrutinized by the public and require thorough investigation to ensure proper protocols were followed and to understand the circumstances that led to the shooting.

The details

Officers from the Muskegon Township Police Department responded to reports of a suicidal person at a residence on South Sheridan Avenue around 6 p.m. Monday. Michigan State Police and officers from at least three other departments soon arrived on the scene. About an hour later, a state trooper from the Grand Rapids Post fired at the 58-year-old man, who was standing inside the residence. MSP stated the man 'presented a firearm' but did not fire at officers.

  • The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 2026.
  • The shooting took place approximately one hour after the initial police response, around 7 p.m.

The players

Michigan State Police

The state law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and whose trooper fired the shots.

Muskegon Township Police Department

The local police department that initially responded to the report of a suicidal person.

58-year-old man

The individual who was shot by the Michigan State Police trooper and is now in stable condition at a hospital.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

The case will be submitted to the Michigan Department of Attorney General for review following the conclusion of the investigation by the MSP Fifth District Investigative Response Team.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the complex and sensitive nature of police response to reports of suicidal individuals, where the use of force can have serious consequences. A thorough investigation will be crucial to understanding the full circumstances and ensuring proper protocols were followed.