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‘You arrested a cosplayer’: NYPD roasted for bragging about ‘Final Fantasy’ prop gun confiscation

The fake gun's 20-inch blade may be to blame for the arrest.

On Mar 4, 2024 by Mikael Thalen

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‘Put some effort into your propaganda’: People doubt NYPD’s claim someone made a Molotov cocktail with Topo Chico

Is it hipster terrorism?

On May 9, 2023 by David Covucci

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NYPD is refusing to comply with NYC’s new surveillance tech laws

The NYPD filed vague reports about its surveillance tech, bucking requirements under a new law.

On Mar 30, 2023 by Jacob Seitz

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‘Scumbag cops’: NYPD breaches thin blue line after former co-worker convicted for role in Jan. 6 Capitol riot

The department now has an issue with police brutality.

On Mar 17, 2023 by Claire Goforth

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NYPD ordered to release documents on facial recognition use during 2020 BLM protests

A judge sided with Amnesty International and the Surveillance Technology Oversight Project.

On Aug 2, 2022 by Jacob Seitz

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‘They don’t want a paper trail’: TikToker says towing company illegally charged her double the maximum fee in cash

'Honestly, so smart to do research I would’ve paid the 250.'

On Jun 17, 2022 by Braden Bjella

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‘We’re all afraid’: Women are feeling increasingly unsafe on NYC’s public transit

'The subway has been so scary lately.'

On Jun 10, 2022 by Kathleen Wong

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‘Can someone explain to me why the f*ck the NYPD has merch?’: Police sweatshirt on sale for $50 sparks debate

'They tryna get funding.'

On Jun 8, 2022 by Tricia Crimmins

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‘This is cruelty on display’: Cops roasted for ‘bragging’ about arresting people who allegedly stole things like diapers

‘Thank f*cking god those kids won't have diapers tonight, thank you officers.'

On Feb 17, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Their motto is to protect and serve but never wear masks’: Viral TikTok shows large group of cops riding the subway maskless (updated)

Many viewers saw the video as an example of police officers acting 'above the law.'

On Jan 29, 2022 by Daysia Tolentino

NYPD officer is seen dragging Andrew Gilbert across the platform and pushing him out through the emergency exit.

‘Absolutely inexcusable’: Unmasked cop in subway station throws out man who asked him to mask up

The officers did not face disciplinary action.

On Oct 21, 2021 by Samira Sadeque

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Documents reveal NYPD’s secretive ‘surveillance slush fund’

At least $159 million was spent since 2007.

On Aug 10, 2021 by Mikael Thalen

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TikToker shares video of alleged cop drinking on the hood of his car

The purported NYPD sergeant reportedly sat on the man's car for 'blocking his driveway.'

On Jul 27, 2021 by Mikael Thalen

New York Police Officers show up in riot gear and on bikes to clear Washington Square Park after new curfew. Left side is line of officers on bikes. Right side is police standing and appearing to make arrests.

‘Y’all are stalking us’: Video shows police in riot gear on bikes chasing park goers

Police arrested more than 23 people during the curfew enforcement.

On Jun 8, 2021 by Jennifer Xia

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Tech newsletter: Inside the NYPD’s ‘Orwellian’ surveillance network

Here is a look at tech and politics news from the last week.

On Jun 8, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich