Former NYPD Commissioner Sues Mayor Adams, Alleges Department Run as ‘Criminal Enterprise’
Former NYPD Commissioner Sues Mayor Adams, Alleges Department Run as ‘Criminal Enterprise’
Former interim NYPD Commissioner Thomas Donlon has filed a federal lawsuit against New York City Mayor Eric Adams and high-ranking NYPD officials, accusing them of operating the police department as a “criminal enterprise.” This explosive suit marks the fifth such legal action in just two weeks, alleging widespread corruption within the department that was condoned by City Hall.
Donlon’s lawsuit claims that top NYPD members fabricated promotions, retaliated against internal critics, obstructed investigations, and used their power to undermine his authority, all allegedly protected by Mayor Adams. Donlon, a former FBI senior executive, is seeking a federal monitor to oversee the department and prevent further abuse.
The allegations are the latest blow to Mayor Adams, who is currently running for re-election as an independent candidate after successfully avoiding federal corruption charges earlier this year. Donlon’s suit follows four similar lawsuits filed by other former high-ranking NYPD officials, including former Chief of Detectives James Essig, who claim they were pushed out after raising concerns about unvetted transfers and promotions.
City Hall spokesperson Kayla Mamelak Altus swiftly dismissed the accusations, stating, “These are baseless accusations from a disgruntled former employee who — when given the opportunity to lead the greatest police department in the world — proved himself to be ineffective.” The NYPD has deferred to City Hall’s statement.
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