Chief James Essig has filed a lawsuit claiming he was forced out of the NYPD after raising issues about improper promotions and transfers within the department. He alleges former leadership engaged in selling promotions for as much as $15,000. Essig asserts that his challenges to former Chief Jefferson Maddrey and Police Commissioner Edward Caban over these practices led to retaliation. He retired in September 2023 after a 40-year career, claiming that his removal was a direct result of his efforts to uphold departmental policy.
Chief James Essig alleges in his lawsuit that the former NYPD leadership engaged in corrupt practices, including 'selling promotions' for as much as $15,000.
Essig contends that he faced retaliation for exposing improper promotions and transfers within the department, claiming they did not align with departmental policy.
After formally retiring in September 2023, Essig experienced what he describes as forced removal from his position after a commendable 40-year career with the NYPD.
The complaint states that Essig challenged former leaders of the NYPD on their actions regarding specialized unit assignments, prompting his alleged retaliation.
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