The city of Hamtramck confirmed on Wednesday that Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri and an officer were placed on administrative leave.
City Manager Max Garbarino did not provide details on the suspension but said it was due to an ongoing investigation.
According to the city’s website, Altaheri was appointed as police chief in Hamtramck after serving for the New York Police Department, becoming the highest-ranking Yemeni-American police officer…