From the New York Post: He was going undie-cover.
A Detroit police officer appeared for a virtual court hearing wearing the top half of his uniform — but with no pants on.
Officer Matthew Jackson introduced himself to the virtual district courtroom on Oct. 27 with nothing below the waist but a pair of underwear — eliciting a question from the judge not often heard in court, now-viral video of the proceedings show.
“You got some pants on, officer?” Judge Sean Perkins asks.
“No, sir,” Jackson admitted. The next time he is seen on the Zoom video, he has adjusted the camera to only show his face.
Attorney TaTaNisha Reed later commented, “I was trying to figure it out. Like, am I seeing what I think I’m seeing? Especially with a police officer. So it was an interesting day to say the least.”
Before the moment Jackson was seen sitting there with no pants, the judge swore in a witness, but left off a critical part of the oath.
“Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?” he asked. He left off the traditional ending, “So help me God.”
The Detroit Police Department later released the following statement:
On October 27, 2025, during a virtual hearing in Michigan’s 36th District Court, Detroit Police Department (DPD) Officer Matthew Jackson appeared via Zoom for a case involving a woman charged with drag racing and disorderly conduct (initially listed as reckless driving and public intoxication in some reports). Jackson, from the DPD’s 12th Precinct, was testifying remotely but shocked the courtroom when his camera revealed he was wearing only his uniform shirt, badge, and boxer shorts—no pants.
“The Detroit Police Department (DPD) acknowledges an incident that occurred on October 27, 2025, during a virtual court hearing in the 36th District Court, in which Officer Matthew Jackson of the 12th Precinct appeared without proper attire below the waist.
The DPD holds its officers to the highest standards of professionalism and decorum, whether in person or during remote proceedings. Appearing in court—virtually or otherwise—requires full adherence to professional dress and conduct. The conduct displayed does not reflect the values or expectations of the Detroit Police Department.
Chief Todd Bettison stated:
“We sincerely apologize to the 36th District Court, Judge Sean B. Perkins, the defendant, counsel, and the public for this lapse in professionalism. Our officers are expected to represent the Department with dignity at all times, especially when testifying under oath. This incident is unacceptable and will be addressed accordingly.”
The Department has initiated an internal investigation into the matter. Upon completion, appropriate corrective or disciplinary action will be taken as warranted. Additionally, all DPD personnel will receive reinforced training and written guidance on virtual court etiquette, including mandatory professional attire from head to toe during remote appearances.”
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