Paige Shiver, former assistant to Sherrone Moore, has publicly shared her story in a deeply personal interview with ABC News. The interview, broadcast on Good Morning America on Friday, detailed the circumstances surrounding her relationship with Moore and her subsequent pregnancy.

Relationship and Initial Hope

Shiver recounted the initial stages of her relationship with Moore, describing it as inappropriate given the power dynamic in their professional roles. She revealed she became pregnant with Moore’s child and initially hoped to build a future around the pregnancy.

Devastating Diagnosis

This hope was tragically dashed when medical professionals diagnosed the fetus with Pompe disease, a rare and devastating genetic disorder. According to the Rare Diseases website, Pompe disease causes progressive muscle weakness and can lead to severe complications affecting the heart, mobility, and respiratory system.

Difficult Decision and Allegations

Faced with the grim prognosis, Shiver made the agonizing decision to terminate the pregnancy. She stated this decision was profoundly difficult and made after careful consideration and consultation with medical experts. Shiver further alleged that Moore was aware of both her pregnancy and the subsequent termination.

Power Imbalance

Shiver emphasized the significant power imbalance between them, highlighting Moore’s control over her employment. She stated Moore could terminate her position at any moment, creating a climate of fear and vulnerability. This dynamic, she suggested, contributed to the inappropriate nature of their relationship and her reluctance to come forward.

Legal Proceedings and Aftermath

The interview follows Moore’s sentencing on April 14th, where he received 18 months of probation after reaching a plea agreement to resolve felony criminal charges. Moore entered a no-contest plea to charges of malicious use of a telecommunications device and trespassing.

Background of Charges

These charges stemmed from an incident where Moore allegedly broke into Shiver’s home following his dismissal from the University of Michigan. The university terminated Moore’s employment in December after an internal investigation concluded he had engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.

Authorities allege that Moore forcibly entered Shiver’s apartment and made threats of self-harm, leading to his arrest. Shiver’s testimony paints a picture of a potentially exploitative environment, and she hopes sharing her story will prevent similar situations in the future.