NYPD Officers Just BLEW THE WHISTLE On Dem Mayor and Corruption

Two former NYPD detectives have filed a lawsuit against the department and Mayor Eric Adams’ office, alleging corruption and retaliation for their attempts to expose misconduct.

At a Glance

  • Lieutenant Joel Ramirez filed a charge alleging corruption and retaliation by senior NYPD officials
  • Ramirez claims he was targeted for challenging a cover-up of misconduct at the 2022 Electric Zoo Festival
  • The lawsuit alleges racial bias and systemic retaliation against officers of color who report wrongdoing
  • Whistleblower protections in the police sector lag behind those in other public and private sectors
  • The case highlights the challenges faced by police officers who attempt to expose internal misconduct

Allegations of Corruption and Cover-up

Lieutenant Joel Ramirez, a former NYPD detective, has filed a lawsuit in the Manhattan Supreme Court, accusing senior NYPD officials, including Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny, of corruption and retaliation. The lawsuit stems from events surrounding the 2022 Electric Zoo Festival, where officers under Ramirez’s supervision were allegedly involved in theft and alcohol consumption.

According to the lawsuit, Ramirez attempted to address the misconduct, but instead of support, he faced retribution from his superiors. The charge details a cover-up operation, with senior officers allegedly obstructing the investigation to protect the implicated detectives.

Ramirez’s lawsuit goes beyond the Electric Zoo incident, alleging a pattern of racial bias and systemic retaliation against officers of color who report wrongdoing within the NYPD. The former detective claims he was scapegoated for the misconduct and faced departmental retaliation, including reassignment and being passed over for promotion multiple times.

“Kenny [meaning Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny] said, make sure Ramirez is the fall guy,” Chief of Manhattan North Detectives Brian McGee said.

The lawsuit highlights inconsistencies in the NYPD’s disciplinary practices, noting that while Ramirez faced severe consequences, the detectives involved in the alleged misconduct escaped significant punishment. This disparity raises questions about the fairness and transparency of the department’s internal accountability measures.

The question now is…is this a real problem? Or are they using race to get their way? It’s hard to know in today’s climate – so we’ll report back when we hear more about this case!