DETROIT – Former deputy police chief Celia Washington and her attorney were adamant she had done nothing wrong when charges were first brought and continued maintaining her innocence Tuesday before finally admitting guilt.
"We want the proof, we want the hard cold facts and evidence that my client didn't commit a crime and in fact she was cleared," attorney Arnold Reed said.
But Washington was charged with taking cash bribes and facilitating towing contracts.
"I am deeply disappointed with the allegations that have been made against me though the facts will come out in court and I look forward to that encounter, I look forward to defending my honor and my integrity and to clear my name," said Washington.
A different story was expected to be told Tuesday in court where Washington had a plea hearing. Court documents alleged she took a $3,000 cash bribe from towing magnate Gasper Fiore in exchange for city towing contracts. Details of the plea deal are not known.
Washington attempted to plead guilty but told the judge she maintained her innocence. The judge wouldn't except her plea and a recess was called.
Court resumed and Washington admitted guilt and the judge accepted a guilty plea.
Washington resigned from her job with the Detroit Police Department in June.
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