ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was arrested and charged with stalking and home invasion after allegedly threatening to kill himself in front of a woman with whom he had an affair, prosecutors said Friday.
Moore, 39, was fired by the university on Wednesday after officials determined he had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. According to prosecutors, Moore repeatedly called and texted the woman after she ended the relationship and reported it to school authorities.
After his firing, Moore reportedly went to the woman’s apartment, where he “terrorized” her and threatened his life with several butter knives and kitchen scissors. Prosecutors quoted Moore as saying, “I’m going to kill myself. I’m going to make you watch. My blood is on your hands.”
Moore appeared virtually at his arraignment, wearing a white jumpsuit with his hands cuffed. Washtenaw County Magistrate Judge Odetalla Odetalla set bond at $25,000. While out on bond, Moore must complete mental health treatment, wear a GPS monitoring device, remain in Michigan, abstain from alcohol and illegal drugs, and have no contact with the alleged victim.
Moore’s defense attorney, Joe Simon, said there is “no evidence to suggest he’s a threat.” The university stated that an investigation found credible evidence against Moore, who is married with three young daughters. Athletic Director Warde Manuel called the behavior a “clear violation of university policy.”
Moore, who had a five-year contract with a base annual salary of $5.5 million, will not receive a buyout because he was fired for cause. He had been promoted to lead the Wolverines after their national title win, succeeding Jim Harbaugh.
Biff Poggi, who previously filled in for Moore, will serve as interim head coach while Michigan searches for a replacement. The situation could affect player transfers and donor contributions to the historically successful football program.
