Federal Law Enforcement Raids Home of Former NYPD Chief of Department
Allegations of Coercing Sexual Favors from Subordinate Lead to Suspension
Federal law enforcement officials raided the home of former NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey on Thursday, along with other locations, according to police commissioner Jessica Tisch. The move comes after allegations by a female subordinate, Lt. Qauthisa Epps, that Maddrey coerced sexual favors from her in exchange for overtime opportunities.
Background and Timeline
Maddrey’s suspension without pay comes 12 days after he abruptly announced his resignation in the face of the allegations by Epps, which were first reported by the New York Post. Epps filed a complaint on December 21 with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission detailing her claims against Maddrey, typically a precursor to a federal lawsuit.
Allegations of Pattern of Overtime Abuse
Epps earned $205,000 in overtime in the most recent fiscal year, bumping her total compensation to over $400,000. Her allegations also suggest a wider pattern of overtime abuse within the upper echelon of the police department.
Response from Maddrey’s Attorney
Maddrey’s attorney, Lambros Lambrou, said Maddrey doesn’t sign or approve overtime in his office. Lambrou didn’t immediately respond to a message seeking comment.
Broader Context of Federal Investigations
Maddrey is the latest in a long list of close associates of Mayor Eric Adams who have been the targets of federal law enforcement actions, including home raids and seizures of electronics. The roll call includes his former police commissioner, former schools chancellor, former deputy mayor of public safety, former first deputy mayor, former senior advisor, former Asian affairs advisor, as well as Adams himself.
Adams’ Response
Adams was indicted by the Southern District U.S. Attorney’s office in September on charges that included bribery and wire fraud related to an alleged scheme to solicit campaign donations tied to foreign nationals of Turkey in exchange for favorable government action. He has repeatedly denied the charges.
Conclusion
The allegations against Maddrey and the subsequent federal investigation highlight the need for greater accountability within the NYPD and the administration. The repeated instances of federal law enforcement actions against close associates of Mayor Adams raise concerns about the influence of corruption and abuse of power.
FAQs
Q: What are the allegations against Jeffrey Maddrey?
A: Lt. Qauthisa Epps has alleged that Maddrey coerced sexual favors from her in exchange for overtime opportunities.
Q: How much did Epps earn in overtime in the most recent fiscal year?
A: Epps earned $205,000 in overtime, bumping her total compensation to over $400,000.
Q: What is the broader context of federal investigations involving close associates of Mayor Adams?
A: The list includes his former police commissioner, former schools chancellor, former deputy mayor of public safety, former first deputy mayor, former senior advisor, former Asian affairs advisor, and himself.
