A Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy found himself on the wrong side of the law and has been convicted of misconduct in office stemming from an illegal traffic stop. Deputy Sahil Massey, a 36-year-old from Canton, Michigan, was driving an unmarked “take home” police vehicle when he initiated an unsanctioned traffic stop on a Novi police officer—after being stopped by that same officer minutes earlier, as reported by CBS News. Massey’s actions were outside of his jurisdiction and lacked any legal basis, factors which contributed to his conviction last Thursday.
The initial encounter occurred on February 24, 2025, when Massey was pulled over due to a suspicion arising from his license plate. Upon presenting his identification, he was released by the Novi officer. Yet, approximately 15 minutes later, Massey conducted a retaliatory stop on the Novi officer, an incident confirmed by court records and detailed by both FOX 2 Detroit and wilx. The incident raises concerns about the misuse of police authority and the potential for abuse of power.
In a statement obtained by CBS News, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald expressed the gravity of the situation. “Law enforcement officers are entrusted with significant power so they can keep us safe. And that’s what they do, day-in and day-out, even while putting themselves at risk. When an officer misuses that power and violates someone’s rights, it’s up to other officers and prosecutors to hold them accountable.” McDonald’s statement echoes a sentiment of accountability that has become increasingly important in discussions about policing…