Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri is currently on administrative leave. Details are emerging about alleged misconduct and the potential facilitation of a pardon for a convicted New York financier. Sources told FOX 2 Detroit that a detailed email from a whistleblower containing allegations against Altaheri prompted the suspension.
Altaheri, who has a background as a leader in the New York City Police Department’s Office of Equity and Inclusion, has been accused of improper conduct in several instances, including those involving the law. According to a memo cited by the Free Press, these claims are yet to be verified. President Donald Trump’s visit to Hamtramck in October is mired in these allegations, supposedly being facilitated by a former officer seeking a presidential pardon for the chief’s acquaintance.
This investigation has been disclosed by City Manager Max Garbarino, who placed Altaheri on leave and confirmed the development but refused to comment further on this personnel matter. Attempts to reach Altaheri and the involved officer have been unsuccessful, as highlighted in reports from various local news outlets…