Authorities executed a search warrant at the home of a prominent Detroit television reporter amid allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct during a massage session.
Hank Winchester, an Emmy-winning investigative reporter at NBC-affiliated WDIV Local 4, found himself at the center of a criminal investigation when Beverly Hills Police and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office raided his residence.
The search warrant relates to allegations that Winchester made unwanted sexual advances toward a man during a massage, according to reports.
Winchester serves as the host of HelpMeHank, a consumer advocacy program that has established him as a recognizable and trusted figure throughout the Detroit metropolitan area and surrounding Michigan communities.
The veteran journalist has built a reputation over decades of reporting, covering major stories and investigations that have shaped public discourse in the region.
Winchester maintains a high-profile personal life, married to Oakland County Circuit Judge Jacob Cunningham, as documented through Winchester’s active Instagram presence.
The couple shares a young daughter together, adding a significant family dimension to the unfolding criminal investigation.
Sources informed Fox 2 that Winchester recently pursued formal studies in massage therapy, acquiring new skills in the field.
The timing of his massage therapy education has raised questions among investigators, though specific details remain unclear about whether he was receiving treatment or providing massage services during the alleged incident that sparked the investigation.
Winchester has expanded his media presence significantly beyond traditional television reporting through various podcast ventures and digital media initiatives.
He co-hosts “The Morning After” podcast alongside Kelly Stafford, wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, creating content that bridges sports and lifestyle topics.
The podcast has gained substantial following and regularly features high-profile guests from major media organizations including Access Hollywood and ESPN.
Matthew Stafford previously played for the Detroit Lions from 2009 to 2020 before joining the Rams, establishing deep Michigan connections that continue today.
During Stafford’s tenure with the Lions, Winchester developed close relationships with the quarterback’s family through extensive sports coverage and personal interactions.
Winchester documented his close relationship with the entire Stafford family in a heartfelt 2021 farewell post when they relocated to Los Angeles following Matthew’s trade, local media reported.
WDIV management responded swiftly and decisively to the investigation by immediately placing Winchester on administrative leave pending the outcome of the probe.
Station Vice President Bob Ellis issued a formal statement confirming the administrative action resulted from an ongoing “external investigation.”
Winchester’s legal representation has mounted a vigorous defense, expressing complete confidence in his client’s innocence and the investigation’s eventual favorable outcome.
The New York Post reported that Attorney Todd Flood defended Winchester’s long standing reputation and significant community standing in his public statement.
“Hank has spent decades bringing truth to our community and fighting for our citizens. Because he holds a high-profile position in our community, that can at times generate false accusations. This investigation will end where it began – nowhere,” Flood stated emphatically.
A Louisiana television anchor resigned from his position last year after engaging in inappropriate communications with someone he believed was a 15-year-old girl, the Post highlighted.
The Louisiana case involved a vigilante group known as the “predator hunters” who posed as the minor to expose the anchor’s behavior.
These vigilante operations have become increasingly common as online safety advocates work to identify potential predators.
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