Mike Sanchez. An erotic dancer claimed Sanchez got "handsy" and tried to touch her genitals during an undercover investigation of COVID health and liquor violations. The detective and dancer were alone in a VIP room at the time. According to DPS records, Det. Mike Sanchez was untruthful during the internal investigation and recommended for termination. He resigned in lieu of firing. He also claimed in a written statement to DPS that he had never been dishonest, and he answered questions to the best of his recollection.
DPS internal affairs investigators found Director Cocca acted inappropriately by discussing the case with Sanchez over the phone after the criminal investigation closed but the internal investigation was still open. In addition, the internal affairs investigation indicates Rosenberger and other DLLC employees were immediately tipped off by the Scottsdale Police Department that Sanchez was under criminal investigation.
On October 24, , Det. Sanchez and Det. Chris Allard went to Skin Cabaret and posed as customers. Masks not required in those areas. Allard noted in his report that dancers in the main room were not maintaining social distancing from customers. However, since the original complaint also alleged violations in the VIP room, Det.
Allard remained outside the VIP area. After both men left the establishment, they issued a notice suspending the liquor license of Skin Cabaret, citing COVID executive order violations. Sanchez to touch her breast and buttocks, in violation of social distancing and liquor license rules for adult entertainment clubs. The day after the undercover investigation, October 25, Skin Cabaret management called the Scottsdale Police Department. Cali alleged Det.
Sanchez attempted to touch her genitalia and exposed breasts during the VIP show without permission. Skin management told police this was inappropriate for a law enforcement officer.
