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2 months ago
ABC legal contributor on resignation of NYPD’s commissioner
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien speaks with contributor Brian Buckmire on why federal investigators could be talking to NYC’s now-former police commissioner, two deputy mayors, and the mayor himself.
2 months ago
2 months ago
NYPD commissioner resigns days after investigators seized his cellphone
Edward Caban's resignation comes amid a federal investigation into possible corruption in the New York City government that sources claim swept through Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle.
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5 months ago
NYPD officer arrested for allegedly shooting man in apparent road rage incident
A New York City police officer has been arrested for allegedly shooting another driver in an apparent road rage incident, prosecutors said.
5 months ago
5 months ago
Law enforcement on alert for upcoming Cricket World Cup in New York
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup takes place next month.
5 months ago
7 months ago
Mourners pay final respects to fallen NYPD Officer
NYPD officer Jonathan Diller was gunned down earlier this week during a routine traffic stop in Queens. The three-year NYPD veteran leaves behind a wife and 1-year-old son.
7 months ago
9 months ago
NYPD arrests teen suspect accused of shooting tourist
A teen who was allegedly shoplifting at a Times Square store allegedly struck a tourist when he opened fire at a security guard, police said.
9 months ago
9 months ago
Manhattan DA announces charges over attack on two NYPD officers
ABC News’ Aaron Katersky has the details after seven people have been indicted in assault on police officers in Times Square.
9 months ago
9 months ago
NYPD officers attacked in Times Square
At least five people were arrested for the alleged melee. The officers were treated for cuts and bruises.
9 months ago
10 months ago
NYPD tightens security ahead of New Year's celebrations
With hours to go until more than one million people pour into Times Square, the NYPD said security is tight.
10 months ago
1 year ago
NYPD says protesters will not interfere with annual tree lighting
After pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted the Thanksgiving Day Parade, police are out in force to stop any demonstrations that might occur during the ceremony.
1 year ago
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NYPD challenge to chokehold ban rejected by state appeals court
The New York Court of Appeals has upheld a New York City law banning police use of chokeholds.
1 year ago
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NYPD police commissioner celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
NYPD police commissioner Edward Caban discusses the state of crime and safety in New York City, and shares how his Latino culture has influenced his work.
1 year ago
1 year ago
NYPD police commissioner talks about honor of being 1st Latino leader of force
Edward Caban made history in July when he was named the first Latino police commissioner for the NYPD and spoke with "GMA 3" about the honor and his agenda.
1 year ago
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3 injured in New York subway slashings, suspect is sought, NYPD says
Three women were injured late Sunday afternoon in a series of subway slashing incidents, New York Police Department officials said.
1 year ago
1 year ago
NYPD safety team making high number of unlawful stops, mostly people of color: Report
A decade after the NYPD's stop-and-frisk tactic was deemed unconstitutional, the police are still making unlawful stops and searches, according to a new report.
1 year ago
1 year ago
Growing calls for NYPD to make arrest in subway chokehold death
Attorneys for the family of Jordan Neely called for "consequences" for a passenger seen on video putting Neely into a chokehold a week ago on a New York City subway.
1 year ago
1 year ago
New York Police Department launches new flexible schedules
The new schedule comes amid a mass exodus of veteran officers.
1 year ago
2 years ago
Off-duty NYPD officer shot during robbery has died, officials say
A 38-year-old man suspected of shooting an off-duty NYPD officer was arrested on Monday.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Feds to drop charges against NYPD officer accused of being spy for China
Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn have asked a judge to dismiss criminal charges against an NYPD officer charged with being a Chinese agent.
2 years ago
2 years ago
NYPD attack suspect targeted law enforcement: DA
The Maine teen accused of attacking New York City police officers with a knife was arraigned at a hospital.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Massive blaze erupts in Brooklyn warehouse
New York City firefighters spend hours battling a fire that broke out at an NYPD storage warehouse in Red Hook.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Massive fire breaks out at NYPD storage facility
Three firefighters, three EMT workers and two civilians were injured in the blaze, according to the FDNY.
2 years ago
2 years ago
NYPD accused of illegally obtaining DNA samples from thousands of people
A federal lawsuit claims the genetic material is stored in a “suspect index."
2 years ago
2 years ago
NYC police search for suspected package thief dressed as Amazon employee
New York City police are searching for a suspected package thief they say is dressed as an Amazon employee and driving an Amazon truck.
2 years ago
2 years ago
Poll workers, more could be targets of violence, NYPD warns while urging 'vigilance'
Ahead of Election Day, the New York City Police Department is warning of a "complex" threat environment and racially motivated and anti-government extremists
2 years ago
2 years ago
NY police investigate death of Bed Bath & Beyond CFO
Bed Bath & Beyond CFO Gustavo Arnal has died, the company confirmed. He died of injuries consistent with a fall from an elevated position, police said.
2 years ago
2 years ago
NYPD says murders and shootings are down, despite recent incidents
The NYPD said that murders and shootings in New York City are down despite three people being killed the night before.
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2 years ago
Illegal dirt bikes destroyed by NYPD bulldozer
About 2,000 illegal vehicles have already been impounded by New York City Police this year, an 88% increase from last year.
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3 years ago
NYPD searches for hate crime suspect
The suspect is accused of attacking seven Asian women, ranging in age between 19 to 57, in two hours. Two of the women were hospitalized.
3 years ago
3 years ago
A former NYPD officer’s take on Biden’s gun violence plan
Former NYPD Chief of Detectives Robert Boyce gives his take on the summit between President Joe Biden and New York City Mayor Eric Adams aimed at curbing gun violence.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Funeral held for NYPD officer Jason Rivera
Officer Rivera’s partner, Officer Wilbert Mora, also died of his gunshot wounds days after the shooting.
3 years ago
3 years ago
1 officer killed, another in injured in deadly police shooting in Harlem
A 22-year-old officer died and the other is still fighting for his life.
3 years ago
3 years ago
NYPD appoints 1st female commissioner
Keechant Sewell is also the first woman -- and first Black woman -- to be NYPD police commissioner.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Keechant Sewell becomes 1st female commissioner of NYPD
The New York native shared what she hopes to change with her milestone appointment.
3 years ago
3 years ago
NYC mayor-elect names 1st Black female NYPD commissioner
Keechant Sewell was selected by Mayor-elect Eric Adams to become the first female police commissioner for New York City, starting in the new year.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Eric Garner's mother speaks out on first days of NYPD judicial inquiry
Petitioners in the judicial inquiry concerning Eric Garner's death are calling for the firing of NYPD officials involved in the incident who are testifying.
3 years ago
3 years ago
Judicial inquiry begins looking into Eric Garner's death at hands of NYPD
A judge has ordered witnesses from the NYPD and police union to testify on Eric Garner's arrest and death to get more insight into the fatal 2014 incident.
3 years ago
3 years ago
NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio 'misused' NYPD resources for family, DOI report alleges
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio accused of misusing NYPD resources, DOI reports.
3 years ago
3 years ago
NYPD continues search for suspect in broad-daylight shooting
The gunman narrowly missed hitting two children while firing shots on a busy Bronx street before escaping on a scooter driven by an alleged accomplice.
3 years ago
4 years ago
How one New York city plans to replace its entire police department
Ithaca Mayor Svante Myrick is pushing for changes in the police department that include a proposed department of community solutions and public safety.
4 years ago
4 years ago
New York City's highest-ranking uniformed police officer is retiring
Terence Monahan, New York City's highest-ranking uniformed police officer, is retiring as NYPD chief of department.
4 years ago
4 years ago
'Unprecedented' NYC police discipline guidelines could serve as model throughout US
"Ultimately, everything has to drive, in my view, toward building trust."
4 years ago
4 years ago
'Excessive, brutal, and unlawful force against peaceful protesters': NY AG sues NYPD
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing the NYPD over its handling of the Black Lives Matter protests.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD arrests 15-year-old for violent attacks on vehicles
A driver and his elderly mother were inside when cyclists attacked a car Tuesday. Several other arrests are expected after at least two violent attacks on motorists in New York City.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD investigates swarm of bicyclists in violent confrontation with motorist
Several cyclists were caught on camera attacking a vehicle on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Authorities are asking the public to help identify the suspected cyclists.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD busts illegal club with nearly 400 people inside
Four party organizers were arrested on multiple charges, including violating coronavirus emergency orders and serving liquor without a license.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD officer suspended after promoting Trump on loudspeaker
The NYPD said it has suspended an officer who was filmed violating police guidelines by promoting Trump on a police loudspeaker on duty.
4 years ago
4 years ago
Retired NYPD chief sues department over alleged 'glass ceiling' for female officers
A "glass ceiling" keeps women from climbing to the highest ranks of the NYPD, a retired chief alleged Monday in a new lawsuit.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD officer charged with strangulation after caught-on-camera incident
NYPD Officer David Afanador was suspended after the June 21 incident was filmed by a bystander and posted on social media.
4 years ago
4 years ago
NYPD officer suspended after filmed using chokehold on suspect
An NYPD officer was suspended without pay after he was filmed using a chokehold on a suspect over the weekend.
4 years ago