A Detroit police officer recently left a virtual courtroom in shock when he attended a hearing improperly dressed. Officer Matthew Jackson, from the Detroit Police Department, logged into a Zoom session sporting his official uniform shirt and badge—but noticeably missing pants.

This unusual attire caught the attention of many, particularly since Jackson was participating in a hearing related to a case of disorderly conduct and drag racing. Drag racing involves the dangerous act of racing vehicles over short distances at high speeds, and the hearing was part of the proceedings to address these reckless driving charges.

The hearing, which took place on Monday, was part of a session held by the 36th District Court. The court later shared a video of the incident, which quickly made rounds across various social media platforms, going viral and sparking widespread commentary.

The video shows Officer Jackson seated in front of his camera, presenting a polished appearance from the waist up with his police shirt and badge clearly visible. However, below the waist, he appeared to be wearing only dark-colored boxer shorts, creating a spectacle that left the judge and viewers momentarily at a loss for words.

Video of the hearing shows Jackson seated before the camera dressed in his official police button-up shirt and badge, with what appeared to be dark-colored boxer shorts below.

A visibly startled attorney on the call reacted to the sight as Judge Sean Perkins paused and then asked in disbelief, “You got some pants on, officer?”

“No, sir,” Jackson replied, before quickly adjusting his phone to shift the camera away from his legs.

Judge Sean Perkins looked confused after seeing an officer attend a virtual court hearing without pants. (36th District Court via Storyful)

Though clearly surprised, Judge Perkins attempted to continue with the proceeding without further comment. It remains unclear why Jackson appeared without pants during the hearing.

In a statement sent to Fox News Digital on Thursday, Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison apologized on behalf of the department, calling the officer’s conduct “not representative of the professionalism” of the police department. 

Police officer Matthew Jackson shifts camera away from his legs after a judge and attorney confronted him about his attire on Oct. 27.. (36th District Court via Storyful)

“The Detroit Police Department requires its officers to represent themselves in a dignified and professional manner while attending court proceedings,” Bettison said. “The involved officer’s actions are not representative of the professionalism of this department and will be appropriately addressed to maintain the public confidence and efficient operation of this department.”

“Our apologies are hereby extended to the judges and staff of the court, as well as anyone else who may have been in attendance during this incident.”