Detroit Officer Suspended After Allegedly Sending Himself Suspect'S Nudes

Shocking Allegations Against Detroit Cop

A Detroit police officer finds himself in hot water after an alleged breach of trust during a routine traffic stop. Derond Martez Crawford, who served the Detroit Police Department for five years, is accused of sending himself explicit photos and videos from a female suspect's phone. The incident reportedly occurred during a traffic stop on March 3, when the suspect allowed Crawford to access her phone to retrieve her mother’s contact number.

Crawford's Court Appearance and Charges

Crawford appeared in court on March 6, facing charges of using a computer to commit a crime and interfering with electronic communications. Court documents reveal that Crawford took advantage of the situation by sending 11 private images and videos to his own phone. After the woman was released, she discovered the messages Crawford had allegedly sent. Despite not recognizing the number, she deduced that the sender was likely Crawford.

“Such actions are concerning and do not represent the overwhelming majority of Detroit Police officers,” commented the Detroit Police Department.

The officer has been placed under house arrest, equipped with a GPS ankle monitor, and prohibited from contacting the victim or witnesses. Released on a $100,000 bond, Crawford’s future hangs in the balance as the investigation unfolds.

Aftermath and Police Statement

Court documents describe how Crawford and his partner stopped the woman for driving an uninsured vehicle and took her into custody due to a probation violation warrant. Authority statements reveal that Crawford, while off duty, visited the woman’s residence on March 4, still in uniform and driving a police vehicle, raising further ethical questions.

The Detroit Police Department has suspended Crawford pending an investigation, assuring the public that such behavior is an anomaly among their ranks. Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy emphasized the lack of justification for Crawford's actions, stating that his conduct was "completely inappropriate." The investigation continues as findings are set to be reviewed by the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.