Sterling Heights Officers Face Misconduct Charges

Sterling Heights police officers James Sribniak and Jack Currie have been charged with felonious assault and misconduct in office following an incident where they allegedly ordered a police dog to bite a suspect already subdued on the ground. The charges stem from a February 25 pursuit and arrest of a Roseville man involved in a domestic violence case. During the arrest, after the suspect had been tased twice, Currie reportedly urged Sribniak to command his K9 to bite the suspect, which resulted in the dog biting the man's right hip. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel condemned the officers' actions as horrific and illegal, emphasizing the need for good judgment in the deployment of K9 units. The officers have not been arraigned yet, and future court dates are pending. This case raises serious concerns about the use of excessive force by law enforcement officers.