Detroit Reporter Hank Winchester Won’t Be Charged After Police Search His Home

WDIV reporter Hank Winchester is in the clear after being accused of making alleged sexual advances to a man during a massage.

We reported that his home was searched by law enforcement in June.

According to Fox affiliate WDJT in Detroit, police, along with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant Winchester’s home on June 13. He is known for his consumer investigative reporting called Help Me Hank and has worked at the station for 24 years.

He had been placed on administrative leave by the Detroit NBC affiliate.

“I’m thankful this investigation is over. The allegations made against me were outrageous, unfounded and defamatory,” Winchester wrote in a statement. “Throughout my 24-year career in Detroit, my mission has always been to help the community I love, protect you from bad actors, and fight for justice. I will always fight for you—just as I’ve recently had to fight for myself. I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has shown me tremendous support, especially my family and friends. The messages from so many of you greatly helped me through this incredibly difficult time.”