John Chell Named NYPD Chief Amid Leadership Shakeup

January 1, 2025 12:09 am

By Joseph Feldman

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NEW YORK – John Chell has been appointed as the NYPD’s chief of department, replacing Jeffrey Maddrey, who resigned following allegations of trading overtime for sexual favors. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the change Tuesday, along with Philip Rivera as chief of patrol and Edward A. Thompson as chief of internal affairs.

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Chell, a 30-year NYPD veteran, had served as interim chief since Maddrey’s departure. His promotion comes during a period of leadership turmoil, including federal investigations and other high-profile resignations. Commissioner Tisch pledged to strengthen community trust and build on public safety improvements in 2025.

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Good Bye

3 months ago

#2215039

NYC slowly getting rid of their DEI installments.

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Dermot Shea belongs in prison

3 months ago

#2215018

Was this one of the overweight white stiffs that bowed on one knee to the BLM rioters during the summer of 2020 as they were burning down half of Manhattan?

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