Baltimore cop suspended over search for his own daughter

(CBS) BALTIMORE - A police detective who allegedly went on an unauthorized search when his own teenage daughter went missing is being suspended for an apparent abuse of power, CBS Baltimore reports.

Baltimore police say they're sidelining Detective Daniel Nicholson IV, who is the subject of a criminal investigation for using his badge to search homes without permission.

Nicholson's daughter eventually returned home.

"A citizen did contact Internal Affairs with some pretty serious concerns and given those concerns, we decided to suspend the officer," said Anthony Guglielmi, Baltimore City Police spokesperson.

Police say Nicholson's daughter Moriah was reported missing April 20. According to the Baltimore Sun, county police were investigating the case. City police say Nicholson went on his own search for his daughter, and forced his way into homes while he was off duty.

"We have a history here of holding individuals accountable and investigating all allegations and that's exactly what we're committed to doing in this case," Guglielmi said.

Police say a joint investigation is underway between Baltimore City Police Internal Affairs and the city state's attorney's office.