Fired Coach Sherrone Moore 'Suicidal': Cops Respond to Stalking and Weapon Claims After Scandal

The end of Sherrone Moore's coaching career at the University of Michigan was not just a quiet dismissal—it detonated into a full-blown police emergency, complete with claims of weapons and threats of self-harm. Within minutes of losing his prestigious position leading the Wolverines, law enforcement officers were racing to intervene in what they described as a volatile domestic situation.

Dispatch audio recorded on Wednesday revealed a frantic sequence of events, painting a disturbing picture of the coach's final hours as a university employee. Authorities responded to reports that the 39-year-old was armed with a knife and had allegedly assaulted a woman at an apartment complex. The unfolding chaos stands in stark contrast to Moore's public image as the leader of a premier college football programme.

Police Audio Reveals 'Stalking' Claims And Knife Threats At Staffer's Home

Washtenaw County dispatchers received a call around 4 p.m. regarding an incident at the home of Paige Shiver, a 30-year-old staffer. The radio traffic, which captured the urgency of the moment, indicated that the situation had escalated violently.

'Male at the location is attacking her ... said he's been stalking her for months,' a dispatcher stated in the audio recordings. The operator further relayed that the caller claimed Moore had threatened her with a knife before discarding the weapon and fleeing the scene.

Public records confirm the emergency call originated from Shiver's address in Ann Arbor, though police have not officially named her as the victim. Following the alleged confrontation at the apartment, the manhunt shifted locations as Moore's mental state reportedly deteriorated.

Officers were subsequently directed to a nearby religious site, the Well Church on Willis Road, after receiving information that the former coach was 'suicidal'. The dispatcher described the suspect's vehicle as a 'black Chevy Tahoe blacked out', signalling units to approach with caution given the earlier reports of a weapon.

University Sacks Moore Following Allegations Of An 'Inappropriate Relationship'

The catalyst for this personal spiral appears to be the University of Michigan's decision to terminate Moore's employment 'with cause'. Athletic Director Warde Manuel announced the firing just moments before the police activity began, citing evidence of an 'inappropriate relationship' with a university employee.

This dismissal voids a lucrative contract that Moore had only recently secured. He has lost a deal valued at approximately £23.6 million ($30 million) meant to keep him leading the Wolverines for the foreseeable future. The university acted swiftly upon reviewing the evidence, ending his leadership after just two seasons at the helm.

For Moore, a husband to his wife Kelli since 2015 and a father of three daughters, the scandal has left both his personal life and professional reputation in ruins as he faces the possibility of serious legal consequences.

Previous Reports Cited 'Strange' Behaviour Before The Scandal Broke

While the arrest was sudden, insiders suggest that Moore's demeanour had been deteriorating for weeks. Tensions within the football facility had reportedly reached a breaking point long before the official announcement was made.

Pete Thamel, a reporter for SportsCenter, noted that the situation had been 'percolating' and created a difficult environment for the staff. 'There had been a lot of uneasiness on the Michigan staff, sources had told me Sherrone Moore had been acting strange, berating assistant coaches, not acting in a normal way,' Thamel reported.

This erratic behaviour seemingly foreshadowed the complete breakdown that occurred on Wednesday. The internal friction suggests that the pressures of the investigation and the looming firing were taking a visible toll on the coach's mental stability.

Moore Under Watch While Investigation Into The Assault Continues

Further details regarding the alleged assault emerged through John Bacon, an author with deep connections to the university's football culture. In a local television interview, Bacon provided a grim account of the events inside the apartment.

Bacon claimed that Moore 'broke into an employee's home in Pittsfield Township ... grabbed a knife, and threatened to harm her and harm himself'. This account aligns with the dispatch audio describing a dangerous confrontation involving a weapon.

Moore is currently being held at the Washtenaw County Jail. According to Bacon, the former coach is in protective custody and is being 'surrounded by mental health professionals' to ensure his safety.

Pittsfield police confirmed they launched an investigation into the assault at 4:10 p.m. on Wednesday. While they stated the incident 'does not appear to be random in nature', they have refrained from releasing specific police reports until further evidence is processed.