(CBS DETROIT) – Sports analyst and former Detroit Tiger Craig Monroe is being investigated following allegations of sexual abuse in Florida, according to redacted police records from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
The records provide specific details about the alleged abuse that occurred between 2001 and 2007, but show that on June 12, 2024, the sheriff’s office received a call about an alleged sexual assault in Port Charlotte, Florida. The sheriff’s office confirmed that an investigation is ongoing and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Following the investigation, Bally Sports Detroit and the Tigers released a joint statement stating that Monroe is not on their broadcast schedule.
“Bally Sports Detroit and the Tigers are aware of the allegations on social media and are taking them seriously. As previously stated, Mr. Monroe has not appeared on the broadcast schedule and will remain so indefinitely. We will not be commenting further and any questions should be directed to Mr. Monroe,” the statement said.
Monroe had not responded to CBS News Detroit’s request for comment as of the time this article was published.
The former Tiger began his MLB career with the Texas Rangers in 2001, before moving to Detroit for five seasons in 2002. He also played for the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Twins and Pittsburgh Pirates.
Monroe previously worked as a studio analyst for Bally Sports Detroit before assuming primary analyst duties in the 2023 season.
