Former GR Officer Charged in Store Burglary Case

A former Grand Rapids police officer is accused of breaking into a collectibles shop and allegedly stole nearly $20,000 worth of merchandise.

The Duties of a Grand Rapids Police Officer

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Grand Rapids police officers are responsible for enforcing local and state laws, protecting lives and property, and maintaining public safety. Officers patrol the city by car, bicycle, or on foot while responding to emergency and non-emergency calls.

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For more than 176 years, Grand Rapids law enforcement has played a key role in investigating burglaries and apprehending suspects. The process involves emergency response officers, community patrols, and specialized investigators who handle cases from the initial report through evidence collection and arrest.

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While criminal charges and serious misconduct complaints against active officers are relatively rare, questions remain about the actions of former officers.

A former Grand Rapids Police Department officer is now facing criminal charges.

Former GRPD Officer Charged With Breaking and Entering

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According to WOOD TV 8, former GRPD Officer Bryan Casey was arrested by Michigan State Police after crashing his vehicle near I-96 and Fulton Street early on Memorial Day morning. Authorities say the charges stem from what he allegedly did before the crash, including breaking and entering a building with intent to commit larceny.

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Casey is accused of breaking into Johnny Ford’s Sports Cards and Memorabilia and stealing $15,000 to $20,000 worth of merchandise. When his car crashed, Michigan State Police reportedly recovered items that a GRPD dispatcher said had just been stolen.