During a recent press conference, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced that the current New York Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner, Edward K. Cabin, will be stepping down from his position. This decision comes after a period of intense scrutiny and investigation during the 13 out of 14 months that Commissioner Cabin served in his role.
Mayor Adams highlighted some of the achievements made under Commissioner Cabin's leadership, including the removal of over 18,000 illegal guns from the streets, a record low number of robberies in October, and a significant decrease in subway-related crimes, with the lowest number of above-ground shootings in the city's history occurring in August.
To ensure the continued decline in crime rates, Mayor Adams announced the appointment of Tom Donlon as the Interim Police Commissioner. Donlon brings a wealth of experience in law enforcement, having worked at various levels including local, state, federal, and international. His previous roles include serving as New York's Director of the Office of Homeland Security, leading the FBI's National Threat Center, and working on high-profile cases such as the 1993 Twin Towers bombing, the U.S. embassy attacks in Africa, and the USS Cole bombing in Yemen by al-Qaeda.
Mayor Adams expressed his confidence in Donlon's ability to lead the NYPD, emphasizing the department's unwavering commitment to public safety and protecting the residents of New York City. He praised the men and women of the NYPD for their dedication and professionalism, thanking them for their service and decision-making as the city moves forward under new leadership.
In conclusion, Mayor Adams reiterated his belief that New York City is the safest big city in the world and expressed optimism for a bright future ahead. The appointment of Tom Donlon as Interim Police Commissioner signals a new chapter in the city's ongoing efforts to maintain public safety and uphold the well-being of all New Yorkers.
Thank you and God bless our great city.
