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NYPD Sergeant Convicted in Fatal Cooler Toss

#PoliceAccountability #NYPD

NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran was convicted of manslaughter for throwing a cooler at Eric Duprey, causing a fatal 2023 scooter crash. The judge emphasized equal treatment under the law. Duran was dismissed and faces sentencing. read more


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NYPD Drone Operations Report Reveals Lack of Transparency, Raises Concerns

#NYPD #droneoperations

A recent report on New York Police Department's drone operations reveals inadequate disclosure of technology capabilities, prompting calls for enhanced policies. The NYPD's increased drone usage since 2019 for various tasks has raised privacy concerns. read more

"NYPD Issues Warning After Healthcare Executives Targeted in Manhattan"

#NYPD #HealthcareExecutives

NYPD issues a warning on 'wanted' posters of healthcare executives in Manhattan following the murder of Brian Thompson. Officials fear the suspected gunman, Luigi Mangione, might be seen as a 'martyr' inspiring further attacks. Social media posts shared CEOs' names and salaries as a potential hit list. read more

NYPD Releases New Photos of Suspect in CEO Shooting

#UnitedHealthcare #NYPD

The NYPD releases new images of the masked suspect in the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, offering a reward for information. The suspect is believed to have used a veterinary gun and left behind clues that police are using to track him down. read more

UnitedHealthcare CEO Fatally Shot in Manhattan Hotel: NYPD Investigates

#NYPD #UnitedHealthcare

NYPD investigates the possibility of a "disgruntled employee or client" being the killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. Clues indicate the suspect's motives, but the gunman remains unidentified. Mayor Eric Adams states that the "net is closing in." read more

NYPD Releases Unmasked Photos of Suspect in CEO Shooting

#NYPD #CrimeNews

NYPD releases unmasked photo of suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, offering $10,000 reward for information. Investigation ongoing as police use facial recognition technology to identify assailant. read more

Tasers Failing in Critical Moments: Police Forced to Use Firearms

#NYPD #TaserFailures

The NYPD shootings in Brooklyn followed a Taser failure, raising concerns about the weapon's reliability and escalating police force responses. Recent incidents indicate a pattern where Tasers prove ineffective, leading to deadly confrontations, prompting discussions on proportional force and police training. read more

Burglar Rescued from Tall Structure by NYPD Officers

#BurglarRescue #NYPD

Police in New York City rescued a burglar stuck on a tall structure after he assaulted officers and endangered their lives. The officers deployed to the scene rappelled him down safely, commended for their professionalism. read more

#NewYork #NYPD

Man arrested in New York for falling asleep on subway steps with a loaded gun visible in his waistband. NYPD officers confiscated the weapon easily, joking that it was a straightforward arrest. read more

#NYPD #ShotSpotter

A recent audit found that the NYPD wasted hundreds of hours responding to false alarms from the ShotSpotter gunshot detection system, with alerts resulting in confirmed shootings only 8-20% of the time. The system costs $54m and has led to inefficiencies. read more

#NYPD #BronxTraining

NYPD recruit collapses and dies during Bronx training in scorching heat just days before graduation. Edgar Ordonez, 33, was on an exertion course when he passed out. The cause of death is yet to be determined. The force mourns his loss and honors his dedication. read more

#NYPD #CentralPark

NYPD seeks man who sexually assaulted woman sunbathing in Central Park. The 21-year-old victim was tackled after the attacker exposed himself. Police are actively investigating the incident. read more

#DonaldTrump #NYPD

Donald Trump's gun license is set to be revoked by the NYPD after his historic felony convictions. The license was initially suspended in 2023, and now, following his 34 felony counts conviction, the NYPD will likely revoke it, impacting his possession of firearms. read more

#NYPD #Brooklynprotest

Outrage grows over NYPD's aggressive response at a pro-Palestine rally in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, where officers were filmed beating detained protesters. Council members and activists criticize the police, while NYPD officials defend their actions, leading to calls for accountability. read more

#NYPD #GazaProtest

Footage captured NYPD officers punching a pro-Gaza protester in Brooklyn during a rally marking the Nabka anniversary, resulting in at least 40 arrests. Protests took place across the US. Israel's offensive in Gaza has led to accusations of a man-made famine. read more

#NYPD #MentalHealthAwareness

Heartbroken mom pleaded with officers not to shoot before they killed her 19-year-old son, Win Rozario, during a mental health crisis in Queens, New York. The family demands the involved officers' firing and prosecution. read more

#NYPD #Protest

In an attempt to end a pro-Palestinian protest on Manhattan Bridge, a NYPD officer unintentionally pepper-sprayed himself. More than 100 protesters were arrested for blocking traffic. The incident adds to a series of demonstrations against Israel's actions in Gaza. read more

#NYPD #RescueMission

Three men stranded near Big C Rock in New York City were rescued by NYPD officers after a 911 call about males in the water close to the landmark. The Harbor Unit, Aviation and Emergency Services, and NYPD Special Ops aided in the rescue with no injuries reported. read more

#NYPD #socialmediainvestigation

NYC watchdog agency investigates NYPD's alleged misuse of social media to target officials and citizens, prompted by requests from City Council and Legal Aid Society. Concerns include aggressive posts and misinformation. NYPD has not commented. read more

#NYPD #ColumbiaUniversity

NYPD deputy commissioner mocked for using textbook on terrorism studies as evidence of outside agitators at Columbia University protests; social media users mock the claims, questioning the logic behind linking a textbook to radicalization efforts. read more

#NYPD #collegeprotests

NYPD replaced Palestinian flag with American flag at City College of New York campus. Protests spread on college campuses across U.S. Deputy Commissioner praised restoring order. Gaza protesters causing disruptions. read more

#NYPD #campusraid

NYPD commissioner waves chain used by Columbia University students to lock gates, causing a dramatic campus raid. Congresswoman AOC criticizes police tactics as video shows protesters removed and buildings breached. Mayor Eric Adams blames "outside agitators" for police intervention. read more

#NYPD #HamiltonHall

NYPD uses ladders to enter Hamilton Hall and remove Gaza protesters at Columbia University, with student protesters detained. Law enforcement entered the building renamed Hind Hall by protesters. Columbia authorities had no choice but to involve police due to occupation and vandalism. read more

#NYPD #ColumbiaUniversityDemonstrations

The NYPD arrests dozens of protesters as they storm Columbia University campus to quell a pro-Gaza demonstration, escalating ongoing protests nationwide. read more