Jeffrey Maddrey
Jeffrey Maddrey (born January 24, 1971) is an American police officer who is currently serving as the chief of the New York Police Department.[1][2][3] He was appointed to the position by New York City Mayor Eric Adams.[4]
Jeffrey Maddrey
January 24, 1971
Maddrey is a former inspector in the 75th Precinct in Brooklyn[5] and former assistant chief.[4]
Maddrey was sued in 2016 by a subordinate in civil court, accusing him of assaulting her and making persistent sexual advances. Federal charges failed but he did face internal discipline.[5]
In 2021, Maddrey was criticized for ordering the release of a retired officer who had been arrested for menacing children with a gun.[5]
In 2024, a NYPD officer accused Maddrey in a lawsuit of causing his demotion after he ticketed Maddrey's friend for traffic violations.[4]