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NYPD embroiled in high-level shakeup amid sexual misconduct claims

The nation's largest police department is embroiled in a high-level shakeup amid the crisis engulfing Mayor Eric Adams and his administration.

On Friday night, the highest-ranking uniformed officer of the New York City Police Department abruptly resigned as he faced accusations of sexual misconduct.

Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey turned in his retirement papers as the New York Post was about to publish a story about a female subordinate's claim that Maddrey, at police headquarters in lower Manhattan, demanded sexual favors, and received them, in exchange for approving overtime.

According to an ABC News source, the city first learned of the allegations against Maddrey when contacted by the Post for comment.

"Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch accepted the resignation of Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey Friday night, effective immediately. The NYPD takes all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously, and will thoroughly investigate this matter," the NYPD said in a statement earlier.

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office said it is investigating the allegations against Maddrey. "These are extremely serious and disturbing claims that allegedly occurred at N.Y.P.D. headquarters in Manhattan," a spokesperson for the DA's office told ABC News.

A spokesperson for the mayor's office said Saturday, "We are deeply disturbed by these allegations and the NYPD is investigating this matter. Mayor Adams is working in close coordination with Police Commissioner Tisch as the NYPD conducts a separate department-wide review to ensure no high ranking officers are using their power inappropriately. We will refrain from commenting further to avoid jeopardizing either investigation."

The allegations involving Maddrey are also under criminal investigation by New York City's Department of Investigation, sources told ABC News.

Maddrey's tenure has been tumultuous.

An oversight board recommended that he should be punished for interfering with a 2021 arrest. Former Commissioner Keechant Sewell approved the discipline but her successor, Edward Caban, dismissed the case.

Maddrey has previously faced accusations of sexual harassment and gender discrimination, which he has denied.

On Saturday, Tisch named John Chell as acting chief of department, charged with overseeing the NYPD's crime-fighting strategies, quality of life initiatives and operational plans. Chell most recently served as chief of patrol.

Adams, 64, was indicted in September on federal corruption charges, pleaded not guilty and denied any wrongdoing. He will stand trial in April 2025 on the charges.

"I always knew that If I stood my ground for New Yorkers that I would be a target—and a target I became. If I am charged, I am innocent and I will fight this with every ounce of my strength and spirit," Adams said in a statement on Sept. 25.

Caban and other top city officials have resigned amid the federal probe and some of them also face criminal charges. Attorneys for Caban said he was not the target of the investigation and that he would "cooperate fully" with the government.

Lawyers for Maddrey and his accuser did not immediately respond to ABC News' requests for comment.

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by Anonymousreply 10December 22, 2024 2:14 AM

Gross!

That poor woman who had to have sex with this troll.

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by Anonymousreply 1December 21, 2024 11:00 PM

That was my first thought, r1. What an UGLY man. I'm guessing he was too ugly for hookup apps and too much of a cheapskate to pay for hookers. I hope he loses his pension.

by Anonymousreply 2December 21, 2024 11:10 PM

One of the things I was most sure about when Adams was elected was that we'd never see any kind of reform with the NYPD, and things would likely get worse.

Check, and check.

by Anonymousreply 3December 21, 2024 11:11 PM

The "victim" will now receive a large settlement from the taxpayers of the City of NYC .

Don't ho for overtime, coach handbags and meals at Applebee's .

by Anonymousreply 4December 21, 2024 11:14 PM

Adams was never a Foot Patrol Cop. Never had a collar. Worked in an administrative job. In NYPD parlance, he was a "House Mouse.," never left the precinct.

by Anonymousreply 5December 21, 2024 11:16 PM

[quote]That poor woman who had to have sex with this troll.

She didn't have to; it was her choice.

by Anonymousreply 6December 21, 2024 11:19 PM

Not understanding why the victims needs to suck someone hideous off for overtime

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by Anonymousreply 7December 21, 2024 11:20 PM

It would nice if he ended up in Rikers. He fought the federal takeover tooth and nail because why? Pure malice? Who knows.

by Anonymousreply 8December 21, 2024 11:29 PM

Maybe when Trump releases all the Jan. 6th cop killers and marauders they can all come to NYC and work their magic here!

by Anonymousreply 9December 22, 2024 12:07 AM

I wonder if co workers suspected...... they had to, right?

by Anonymousreply 10December 22, 2024 2:14 AM
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