Former Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore Arraigned on Stalking and Home Invasion Charges
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Sherrone Moore, the recently fired head football coach of the University of Michigan Wolverines, was arraigned on Friday on multiple charges including stalking and home invasion. The charges come amid revelations of an inappropriate relationship with a university staff member and a series of alarming incidents that culminated in Moore’s arrest earlier this week.
The Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office announced the charges shortly before Moore’s arraignment, which took place via video conference at the Washtenaw County 14A-1 District Court. Moore faces a felony charge of third-degree home invasion, alongside two misdemeanor counts of stalking and breaking and entering without the owner’s permission. Both misdemeanors are classified under statutes relating to domestic relationships, underscoring the personal nature of the case.
According to prosecutors, Moore engaged in an intimate relationship with the staff member for several years. The relationship ended on Monday, prompting Moore to allegedly initiate repeated phone calls and text messages to the woman. The victim subsequently reported the harassment to the University of Michigan, cooperating with an internal investigation that led to Moore’s termination as head coach.
Following his dismissal, prosecutors say Moore appeared uninvited at the woman’s residence. He allegedly forced entry, brandishing a butter knife and kitchen scissors, and threatened self-harm. Prosecutors quoted Moore as telling the victim, “my blood is on your hands” and “you ruined my life,” statements that contributed to the assessment of him as a threat to public safety.
The judge set Moore’s bond at $25,000 with strict conditions, including mandatory mental health treatment, GPS monitoring, prohibition of contact with the victim, and a restriction on leaving Michigan. Prosecutors emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, describing Moore’s behavior as terrorizing and dangerous.
This case highlights the complex intersection of personal misconduct and public responsibility, especially given Moore’s high-profile role in collegiate sports. The University of Michigan has not released additional statements beyond confirming Moore’s termination. For more information on stalking and domestic violence laws in Michigan, the Michigan Attorney General’s Office provides resources and legal guidelines.
Moore’s arraignment follows a growing national focus on addressing harassment and abuse within sports organizations. The Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women offers extensive programs aimed at protecting victims and prosecuting offenders in domestic violence and stalking cases.
As the legal proceedings continue, the case also raises questions about institutional oversight and the measures universities take to safeguard their employees. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights enforces Title IX regulations that prohibit discrimination and harassment in educational settings, which may be relevant in ongoing investigations.
Moore’s legal team has yet to issue a public statement. The court will revisit the case in the coming weeks as prosecutors prepare for trial. Meanwhile, the University of Michigan and law enforcement agencies urge anyone experiencing similar harassment to seek assistance through official channels such as the National Criminal Justice Reference Service.
As this troubling story unfolds, it serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of accountability and support for victims in all communities, including the world of collegiate athletics.
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