Shocking new details have come to light following the fatal police shooting of Real Housewives of Orange County alum Lydia McLaughlin’s brother, Geoffrey Shyam Stirling — with law enforcement now claiming the 45-year-old assaulted an officer and tried to use his taser before being gunned down.
According to the Newport Beach Police Department, Stirling was pulled over during a traffic stop along Pacific Coast Highway on Thursday when things allegedly turned violent.
Officials say he 'managed to remove the department-issued taser from the officer’s duty belt and attempted to deploy it multiple times against the officer,' prompting what they described as an 'officer-involved shooting,' per TMZ.
Sources told the outlet that Stirling had been riding a motorcycle at the time and was ‘uncooperative’ during the stop.
He was shot at the scene, later died at a nearby hospital, and no officers were injured.
Lydia, who has yet to publicly address the circumstances of the shooting, told TMZ in a statement: 'My family and I are devastated by the loss of my brother.'
Shocking new details have come to light following the fatal police shooting of Real Housewives of Orange County alum Lydia McLaughlin’s brother , Geoffrey Shyam Stirling — with law enforcement now claiming the 45-year-old assaulted an officer and tried to use his taser before being gunned down
According to the Newport Beach Police Department, Stirling was pulled over during a traffic stop along Pacific Coast Highway on Thursday when things allegedly turned violent
Officials say he 'managed to remove the department-issued taser from the officer’s duty belt and attempted to deploy it multiple times against the officer,' prompting what they described as an 'officer-involved shooting,' per TMZ
'We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from friends, family, and the community. We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn.'
She also took to Instagram writing, 'My family has experienced an unimaginable loss. My brother, Geoff, was tragically taken and our hearts are shattered.
'I can’t believe we’re facing this pain just 6 months after losing my best friend and mother.
'I know they’re both with Jesus now, and He’s walking with me through this darkness. One step at a time.'
Thank you to everyone who has been praying for us.
According to an official release by the California Attorney General's Office, the California Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the officer-involved-shooting (OIS).
'The OIS incident resulted in the death of one individual and involved personnel from the Newport Beach Police Department,' the release read.
Following the investigation, 'it will be turned over to DOJ's Special Prosecutions Section within the Criminal Law Division for independent review.'
Stirling was born in San Diego and at the age of 16, he was scouted by a modeling agency, according to the bio on his official IMDB page.
Along with a career in modeling, he also moved on to acting and appeared in projects such as the TV miniseries 30 Days Of Night: Blood Trails (2007) and also Vanquisher (2011).
He studied Communications while attending the University of San Diego where he also graduated Phi Beta Kappa.
Geoffrey pursued other endeavors over the years such as being a personal trainer, karate instructor, television producer, baker and stuntman.
Sources told the outlet that Stirling had been riding a motorcycle at the time and was ‘uncooperative’ during the stop
In a statement to TMZ, Lydia expressed: 'My family and I are devastated by the loss of my brother'; seen on RHOC in 2013
Stirling was born in San Diego and at the age of 16, he was scouted by a modeling agency, according to his bio on his official IMDB page
Geoffrey pursued other endeavors over the years such as being a personal trainer, karate instructor, television producer, baker and stuntman
Stirling had also ran a production company called Shyam Bird Productions LLC.
The tragic death of her brother comes shortly after Lydia honored her late mother Judy earlier this month on the sixth month anniversary of her passing.
She uploaded throwback clips and photos of her mom alongside a caption that read: 'Today marks 6 months since my mom passed away.
'I have gone to a beautiful group called Grief Share which has helped me in my healing and processing my grief. It's a nationwide group if anyone needs support, I recommend them.'
McLaughlin then opened up about grief and wrote, 'Grief can make you better or bitter.
'I am putting in my whole heart to turn my sorrow into thanksgiving, for having the privilege to have such a beautiful mom. She will always be my hero, and my favorite.'
Late last year in October, Lydia announced the death of her mother Judy - who had also made appearances on RHOC with her daughter.
She starred on the Bravo reality series in 2013 for one season and then later returned for another one season stint in 2017.
The tragic death of her brother comes shortly after Lydia honored her late mother Judy earlier this month on the sixth month anniversary of her passing
She uploaded throwback clips and photos of her mom alongside a caption that read: 'Today marks 6 months since my mom passed away'
McLaughlin had taken to Instagram to share a photo of both her and her late mother flashing big smiles.
'My mom passed away last night,' the TV personality began. 'We are heart broken but we know she's dancing with Jesus.
'Fairdust, confetti bombs and crowns like heaven has never seen before. What's in the cat is in the kitten and I promise to continue to make you proud.'
Later that same month, a celebration of life was held for Judy - who passed away following a battle with breast cancer.
Along with sharing special moments from the memorial service, Lydia had added in the caption, 'I find it difficult to put into words my broken heart.
'I am thankful for the outpouring of love and support. I am grateful to not grieve alone. I am honored to be her daughter and will forever carry her in my spirit. ✨.'
After her return to RHOC in 2017, she announced her exit from the show the next year by sharing a statement on her blog OC Lydia; seen in RHOC far right
After her return to RHOC in 2017, she announced her exit from the show the next year by sharing a statement on her blog OC Lydia.
'RHOC has given me a great platform and I'm grateful for that. However, I feel like I can only handle this show one season at a time. I need a break!'
She also added, 'There is a lot of good that comes from the show, but also a lot of negativity. After a family vote, it was unanimous that I should take a break. Sometimes the people who love us the most see things even we don't see...'
The star tied the knot with Doug McLaughlin back in 2006 and the couple share three children together.
