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RHOC Alum Lydia McLaughlin “Devastated” By Fatal Shooting Of Brother By Police
Published April 18, 2025 7:40 PM PDT
The brother of Lydia McLaughlin, a former star of “Real Housewives of Orange County,” was tragically shot and killed by police during a traffic stop in California, according to reports from TMZ.
Law enforcement officials revealed that Geoffrey Shyam Stirling was riding his motorcycle along the scenic Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach, situated approximately 50 miles south of Los Angeles, when police initiated a traffic stop on Thursday evening.
During the interaction, Stirling reportedly became “uncooperative,” prompting police to respond with gunfire. Subsequent reports indicate that he later succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital, while authorities confirmed that no officers were harmed in the incident.
The California Attorney General’s Office has announced an independent investigation into the shooting to clarify the circumstances surrounding this deadly encounter.
In response to her brother’s passing, Lydia McLaughlin released a heartfelt statement, expressing her family’s profound grief: “My family and I are devastated by the loss of my brother. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from friends, family, and the community. We kindly ask for privacy as we mourn.”
Lydia became well-known during Season 8 of “Real Housewives of Orange County,” appearing alongside notable cast members such as Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Judge, Gretchen Rossi, Alexis Bellino, and Heather Dubrow. She also made an appearance on Season 12 of the show.
Geoffrey Stirling was 45 years old at the time of his death.
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