Private Investigator Hired to Probe Melvindale Police After Officer’s Lawsuit

Private investigator hired to probe Melvindale police after officer’s lawsuit

A lawsuit filed recently by a Melvindale police officer against his department lays out a cascade of allegations concerning continual harassment and discriminatory acts made by various sergeants, corporals and other employees. Cpl. Hassan Hammoud, of Dearborn Heights, continues to work in the department as the lawsuit moves forward. In a June 4 meeting of the Melvindale City Council, the members voted to hire a private investigator to probe the …

Arab American police officer sues Melvindale Police Department for alleged discrimination

An officer with the Melvindale Police Department is suing the department and the city, saying he was discriminated against because he is Muslim.