A judge in Ann Arbor, Michigan, has scheduled a hearing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the arrest of former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore. The hearing will take place on March 2, following concerns raised by Judge J. Cedric Simpson about the legitimacy of the police investigation that led to Moore’s charges.
Moore, who was fired from his position as head coach in December due to an alleged inappropriate relationship with his executive assistant, faces serious charges, including felony home invasion, stalking, and illegal entry. According to reports, he allegedly entered the woman’s apartment without permission and threatened to harm himself in front of her, claiming that she was responsible for his loss of a prestigious college football job.
Judge Simpson noted a significant omission during the arrest warrant process, as police did not mention that Moore had an employer-employee relationship with the woman, potentially violating his due process rights. His defense attorney, Ellen Michaels, is attempting to have the case dismissed, arguing that Moore’s communications with the woman prior to his dismissal were reasonable and served a legitimate purpose.
Moore, who served as head coach for two seasons after succeeding Jim Harbaugh—who left to coach the Los Angeles Chargers—was abruptly let go following revelations of his relationship with his executive assistant and subsequent inconsistencies during the investigation. Michaels has also suggested that the woman’s lawyer may have manipulated information to damage Moore’s reputation and leverage a settlement from the university.
As this case unfolds, the upcoming hearing will be crucial in determining the validity of the charges against Moore and the implications for all parties involved. The University of Michigan continues to navigate the fallout from this situation as it moves forward with new coaching leadership.