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OtherMar 19

NYPD Officer Assigned to Mayor's Security Suspended After Off-Duty Shooting

A New York City police officer who provides security for the mayor has been suspended following an off-duty shooting incident in the Bronx.

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A New York City police officer assigned to security detail for the mayor's residence and City Hall has been suspended without pay following an off-duty shooting incident, the NYPD confirmed.

The officer allegedly shot a man in the head while off duty in the Bronx, according to police sources. The department has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The suspended officer was part of the security team responsible for protecting the mayor's official residence and City Hall. Details about the victim's condition and the circumstances that led to the shooting have not been released by authorities.

The NYPD's investigation into the incident is ongoing. The department has not provided additional information about the timeline of events or whether any charges have been filed in connection with the shooting.

Officer-involved shootings, particularly those occurring while off duty, typically trigger internal affairs investigations and can result in administrative actions pending the outcome of criminal and departmental reviews.

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