Federal Agents Seize Materials from Home of NYPD Interim Commissioner Tom Donlon
Federal agents seized materials from the home of new NYPD interim commissioner Tom Donlon on Friday, less than two weeks after New York City’s previous police commissioner resigned.
Confirmation of Search and Seizure
Donlon confirmed Saturday night that the FBI searched his Upper East Side home a day earlier. Two sources familiar with the investigation told NBC New York that materials had been seized as part of the search.
Purpose of Search and Investigation
News 4 was told that the search appeared to be in relation to Donlon’s past work in national security, pre-dating his recent appointment atop the NYPD. One source said federal investigators were looking into whether he improperly stored any classified documents or sensitive materials at his home from when he served with the FBI and the state office of Homeland Security.
No Connection to Other Federal Investigations
The search was not related to the other federal investigations into City Hall, past fundraising by Mayor Eric Adams, and the NYPD, sources said. No charges have been filed in connection to the search, and Donlon has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
Donlon’s Statement
In a statement, Donlon said that as part of Friday’s search warrants executed where he lives, the federal agents “took materials that came into my possession approximately 20 years ago and are unrelated to my work with the New York City Police Department.”
Department’s Refrain from Comment
Donlon added that the search was “not a department matter, and the department will not be commenting.”
Mayor’s Spokesperson’s Statement
A spokesperson for Mayor Adams said that “As we have repeatedly said, we expect all team members to fully comply with any law enforcement inquiry.”
Refusal of Comment from Federal Agencies
Spokespersons for the U.S. Attorney’s Office, FBI, and NYPD all declined to provide comments to NBC New York.
Background
Donlon took over as police commissioner after the city’s previous top cop, Edward Caban, resigned on Sept. 12 after federal agents seized his cellphone in the midst of an ongoing federal investigation. Caban has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
Conclusion
This story is developing, and no further information is available at this time.
FAQs
What happened to NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban?
Caban resigned as police commissioner on September 12 after federal agents seized his cellphone in connection to an ongoing federal investigation. He has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
Is Tom Donlon a suspect in the investigation?
No, Tom Donlon, the new NYPD interim commissioner, has not been accused of any wrongdoing in the investigation. He has cooperated fully with the law enforcement inquiry.
What did federal agents seize from Tom Donlon’s home?
The nature of the materials seized by federal agents from Donlon’s home is unknown at this time. Sources said the search was in relation to his past work in national security, but more information has not been disclosed.
Has Tom Donlon been charged with anything?
No, Tom Donlon has not been charged with any crime in connection with the investigation. The matter is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Who will be investigating the search of Tom Donlon’s home?
The investigation into the search of Tom Donlon’s home is being handled by federal agencies, including the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
