NYPD’s Top Cop Resigns Amid Sex Abuse Claims, Leadership Shakeup
NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey resigned following allegations of repeated sexual abuse of a subordinate officer, Lt. Quathisha Epps, in exchange for overtime pay. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office launched an investigation into these claims, which include demands for various sexual acts at NYPD headquarters. Epps’ attorney has filed a discrimination charge with the EEOC, preceding a potential federal lawsuit alleging retaliation for refusing Maddrey’s advances. Maddrey’s resignation comes amidst a departmental shakeup under new Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, and follows previous accusations of sexual misconduct.
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