Summary:
Chief Jeffrey Maddrey, NYPD's top uniformed officer, resigned amid allegations of sexual misconduct.
A subordinate officer, Lt. Quathisha Epps, accuses Maddrey of demanding sexual favors for overtime pay.
Epps's allegations include claims of forced sexual acts in an NYPD office.
Maddrey's lawyer denies the allegations, suggesting it's a diversion from an investigation into Epps's high overtime pay.
The scandal adds to the controversies surrounding NYC Mayor Eric Adams, who is facing federal charges.
NYPD's Top Cop Resigns Amid Sex Scandal
New York City's top uniformed officer, Chief Jeffrey Maddrey, has abruptly resigned following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct. A female subordinate, Lt. Quathisha Epps, claims Maddrey demanded sexual favors in exchange for overtime pay. The allegations, detailed in the New York Post, include claims of forced sexual acts.
<img src="https://www.thedailybeast.com/resizer/v2/BJWTEPUWDFAN5OS6I2CYFL6MGI.jpg?auth=042d17c0fa0c4f40e2e61e2143c124290bf3657e945eb322510c3c28df3a67c4&width=800&height=466" alt="Quathisha Epps">Epps, who herself is under investigation for high overtime pay, alleges multiple sexual encounters with Maddrey. Maddrey's lawyer vehemently denies the claims, calling them a convenient attempt to deflect attention from the investigation into Epps's own finances.
This scandal comes as NYC Mayor Eric Adams, a former police captain and Maddrey's ally, is also facing federal charges. The situation has triggered a department-wide review and highlights a growing wave of controversies within the Adams administration.
<img src="https://www.thedailybeast.com/resizer/v2/SMTYZPZUW5BVPNIHSPMAUUQPAQ.jpg?auth=052f1fb15cf7ef73703570e70d924a1f925c79e5dba0b0668d9b2f00ed87f708&width=800&height=533" alt="Eric Adams">The NYPD has stated they will thoroughly investigate the allegations of sexual misconduct.
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