How many police officers have been sacked?

The provided sources do not offer a general count of how many police officers have been 'sacked' nationally or in Michigan. However, Officer Richard Wilson was permanently removed from law enforcement in Michigan and nationally as a condition of his plea deal.

What happened to Officer Richard Wilson of Muskegon Heights?

Officer Richard Wilson pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge of neglect/refusal of an officer to perform duties after allegedly seeking sexual favors from a 911 caller. He voluntarily relinquished his police license, preventing him from ever serving as an officer again, and received no jail time or probation.

police-misconduct · Muskegon Heights, Michigan, USA

What happened after Officer Richard Wilson sought sexual favors from a 911 caller?

What happened?

After a clip showed Officer Richard Wilson of the Muskegon Heights Police Department allegedly attempting to persuade a 911 caller to perform sexual favors, he pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge and voluntarily relinquished his police license, ensuring he can never serve as an officer again.

Final outcome verified

Last checked: Jun 24, 2026

Sources: WZZM 13; YouTube

Timeline

Nov 20, 2024
The incident involving Officer Richard Wilson and the 911 caller occurred at a home on McIlwraith Street in Muskegon Heights, Michigan.
Nov 28, 2024
The female 911 caller reported the incident to the Muskegon Heights Police Department eight days after it occurred.
Jul 23, 2025
WZZM 13 reported on the charges against Officer Richard Wilson, stating he tried to persuade a Muskegon Heights woman into sex after she called 911.
Jul 24, 2025
Officer Richard Wilson pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge and voluntarily relinquished his police license, ensuring he could never serve as an officer again. He received no jail time or probation.

Receipts

YouTubeJul 24, 2025
WZZM 13Jul 23, 2025