Former NYPD Officials Sue Mayor Eric Adams Over Corruption Allegations

The former head of the New York Police Department has filed a federal lawsuit against New York City Mayor Eric Adams and other high ranking NYPD officials, accusing them of running a 'criminal enterprise.'

The lawsuit, brought by former interim NYPD Commissioner Thomas Donlon, is one of several recent legal actions alleging widespread corruption within the police department, with claims that City Hall turned a blind eye to the misconduct. Donlon's lawsuit adds to those of other former top NYPD officials, like former Chief of Detectives James Essig, who assert they were forced out for speaking up.

Allegations of corruption against Adams come at a challenging time for the mayor, who narrowly avoided federal corruption charges earlier this year and is now seeking re-election as an independent candidate. Donlon's lawsuit claims that NYPD leaders engaged in misconduct such as fabricating promotions, hindering internal investigations, and undermining Donlon's authority, all allegedly with Adams' protection.

City Hall dismissed the accusations as baseless, describing Donlon as a disgruntled former employee seeking compensation after being removed from his role as interim police commissioner. The NYPD declined to comment beyond City Hall's statement.

Donlon, a former FBI senior executive, took on the role of interim police commissioner after his predecessor resigned amid a separate investigation. His brief tenure revealed what he described as systemic corruption within the NYPD, leading him to call for federal oversight to ensure compliance with the law and prevent further abuses.

Donlon's lawsuit follows similar legal actions by other former NYPD officials, all pointing to a pattern of corruption and retaliation against those who raised concerns. The allegations have cast a shadow over City Hall and Mayor Adams, who has faced previous corruption charges that were ultimately dismissed.

According to the source: CNN.