Newly released 911 audio sheds light on a deeply troubling moment involving former Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore following his dismissal from the program.

According to the recording, Moore’s wife contacted emergency dispatchers after he allegedly told her he was “trying to kill himself” in the immediate aftermath of his firing as Michigan’s head football coach. During the call, she reportedly asked police to help track his location, expressing urgent concern for his safety. Audio from the call also includes the sound of a baby crying in the background, underscoring the emotional intensity of the situation.
Below is the audio from the call:
📞 New: 911 audio has been released — Sherrone Moore’s wife told dispatchers he said he was “trying to kill himself” after being fired as Michigan’s head coach and asked police to track him. A baby can be heard crying in the background pic.twitter.com/sJM1XqQ4ZH
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