NYPD interim commissioner’s home raided after resignation of former commish

In a statement released on Saturday, Donlon confirmed that authorities “took materials that came into my possession 20 years ago and are unrelated to my work with the New York City Police Department.” Donlon did not clarify what federal agency raided his home.

Donlon, who has a background in federal law enforcement, came out of retirement to serve as the NYPD's interim commissioner. Sources speaking to the New York Post suggest that investigators are looking into whether Donlon improperly took classified documents from his time with the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security.

When Dolon accepted the position as interim commissioner, he vowed to, “uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency, and support our dedicated officers who put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe.”

The raid is part of a broader federal investigation into several New York City officials under the administration of Mayor Eric Adams. Multiple figures, including Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Phil Banks, former NYPD official Tim Pearson, School Chancellor David Banks, First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright, and others have faced scrutiny.

Edward Caban, who resigned as NYPD commissioner earlier this week, had his electronic devices seized as part of a corruption and influence-peddling probe. In his resignation letter, Caban referred to the investigation as a “distraction” for the police department. One source who spoke to the New York Post, however, claimed that federal authorities are sending a message to Mayor Adams that “no one is safe.”

City Hall spokesperson Fabian Levy commented on the situation, saying, "We expect all team members to fully comply with any law enforcement inquiry."