Borough Detective Commander James Dietz is the chief policeman of the Manhattan borough, who crosses paths with the 27th Precinct during high-profile and difficult cases.
History[]
Dietz typically ran his position with a no-nonsense demeanor and considering all facts before making conclusions, as well as enforcement of the law to fullest extents.
He oversaw the case of the racist torture-murder of Floyd Michaels, but until a reverend for the Black community objected, he refused to originally accept the murder as a hate crime without all the facts (L&O: "DWB")
He then reprimanded Briscoe for murder suspect Bobby Sabo constantly escaping charges, which Van Buren personally attested wasn't his fault. (L&O: "Marathon")
Appearances[]
- Law & Order (3 seasons, 3 episodes):
- L&O Season 8: "Monster"
- L&O Season 9: "DWB"
- L&O Season 10: "Marathon"