Sherrone Moore Faces Ann Arbor Court for Stalking, Home Invasion Charges

Sherrone Moore, the former head coach of the University of Michigan football team, faced court proceedings in Ann Arbor this week over serious allegations. His attorney, Ellen Michaels, announced plans to have the criminal charges against him dismissed, claiming they stem from “false and misleading statements.”

Details of the Case

Moore was charged with third-degree felony home invasion, misdemeanor stalking, and breaking and entering in December 2023. He could face up to five years in prison if convicted of the felony home invasion charge.

• Charges:
  • Third-degree felony home invasion
  • Misdemeanor stalking
  • Breaking and entering
• Potential Penalty: Up to five years in prison for home invasion

These charges followed an independent investigation that led to his firing on December 10. The university found that Moore had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.

Reports indicate that following this relationship, Moore allegedly went to the staff member’s home and threatened suicide. He reportedly entered through an unlocked door and engaged in a heated argument, during which he brandished kitchen utensils as threats.

Legal Proceedings

During a court hearing at the 14A District Court, Michaels asserted Moore’s innocence and requested specific discovery materials, such as phone and Title IX records. She believes these records may reveal inconsistencies in the statements made against Moore.

Michaels has filed a motion to quash Moore’s arrest warrant, arguing that it was issued based on inaccurate information. Additionally, she has requested a Franks hearing, seeking to evaluate the validity of the statements made by law enforcement that led to his arrest.

Timeline of Events

• Dec 10, 2023: Moore is fired after the university’s investigation.
• Dec 10, 2023: Moore is charged and arrested.
• Feb 17, 2024: Hearing scheduled for discovery materials requested by Michaels.
• Mar 19, 2024: Scheduled probable cause conference.

Context of the Allegations

Moore became the first Black head coach in Michigan history when he was appointed in January 2024. His brief tenure has now been overshadowed by significant scandals involving the football program.

The program has faced scrutiny in recent months, with former coach Jim Harbaugh suspended for three games over a sign-stealing investigation and a former co-offensive coordinator accused of a federal hacking scheme targeting college athlete accounts.

As this case unfolds, all eyes will remain on the proceedings, given the implications for Moore, his family, and the University of Michigan football program. Moore’s next steps in the legal process will be closely monitored.