Trial Begins for Canton Officers Accused in Death of Frank Tyson
The trial has commenced for Beau Schoenegge and Camden Burch, two Canton police officers accused of killing Frank Tyson during a 2024 arrest in Canton, Ohio, where they allegedly knelt on his back.

Cleveland Akron, OH, August 10, 2026 —
The trial for two Canton police officers, Beau Schoenegge and Camden Burch, has begun in connection with the death of Frank Tyson. The officers are accused of killing Tyson during an arrest that occurred in 2024 in Canton, Ohio. Prosecutors allege that during the arrest, the officers knelt on Tyson’s back.
The proceedings are expected to detail the events leading up to and during the arrest of Frank Tyson. Specifics regarding the timeline of the arrest and the exact circumstances under which Tyson sustained injuries are central to the case. The prosecution aims to establish that the actions of Officers Schoenegge and Burch directly contributed to Tyson’s death.
The legal process will involve presenting evidence and testimony from both the prosecution and the defense. The alleged actions, specifically the claim that the officers knelt on Tyson’s back, are a key focus. Information regarding the permit status, inspection outcomes, or specific code violations related to the incident has not been provided in the summary.
Details concerning any fines or penalties associated with the officers’ alleged conduct were not included in the provided summary. The outcome of the trial will determine the legal responsibility of the accused officers in the death of Frank Tyson.
Story summarized from the original created by Lucas Daprile on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.