Disciplinary Action Taken Against Detroit Police Commander James Moore

DETROIT (Tell Us Det) - Interim Chief of Police Chester Logan has relieved James E. Moore of his appointment as Commander. Moore has returned to the rank of Lieutenant, effective October 29, 2012. Lt. Moore joined the Detroit Police Department in 1978 and was appointed Commander in 2007.

As the investigation continues into allegations of misconduct involving Lt. Moore, Interim Chief Logan said Moore has lost his effectiveness as a Commander.

“Based on the seriousness of these allegations, his role as Commander was compromised in the police department and in the community. Standards for appointees are higher than that of other ranking officers. There are consequences for any allegation of inappropriate behavior. We will investigate all reports of misconduct,” said Chief Logan.

“The Chief’s action is consistent with my desire to eliminate improper behavior in the police department and all City of Detroit departments,” said Mayor Dave Bing. “Employee misconduct will not be tolerated.”