Edward Caban, the Commissioner of the New York Police Department (NYPD), has resigned from his position amidst a federal investigation into alleged misconduct. Caban, who has served as Commissioner since 2018, announced his resignation in a statement released to the press on Monday.
The federal investigation into Caban’s conduct was launched earlier this year following allegations of corruption and abuse of power within the NYPD. The investigation, led by the Department of Justice, is said to be focusing on Caban’s involvement in a number of controversial incidents during his tenure as Commissioner.
One of the incidents under investigation is a high-profile case in which a civilian was reportedly mistreated by NYPD officers under Caban’s watch. The incident, which was caught on video and widely circulated on social media, sparked outrage and calls for Caban’s resignation.
In his resignation statement, Caban denied any wrongdoing and insisted that he had always acted in the best interest of the department and the city. However, he acknowledged that the ongoing federal investigation had become a distraction and that he felt it was in the best interest of the NYPD for him to step down.
Caban’s resignation has sent shockwaves through the NYPD, with many officers expressing surprise and disappointment at his departure. Caban was seen as a strong and effective leader who had made significant strides in improving relations between the police department and the community. His sudden resignation has left many wondering what the future holds for the NYPD.
In the wake of Caban’s resignation, Mayor Bill de Blasio has appointed Deputy Commissioner Sarah Jenkins as acting Commissioner. Jenkins, a veteran officer with over 20 years of experience in the department, is seen as a steady and capable leader who will be able to navigate the department through this challenging time.
The federal investigation into Caban’s conduct is ongoing, and it remains to be seen what the outcome will be. In the meantime, the NYPD will have to regroup and move forward without its former Commissioner at the helm. The resignation of Edward Caban has left a void in the leadership of the department, and it will be up to the remaining officers and officials to ensure that the NYPD continues to serve and protect the city of New York to the best of its ability.
