NYPD Detectives Allege Disrespect and Detention at Brooklyn Hospital

Incident at NYU Langone Hospital

• 🚨 NYPD detectives, in plain clothes, visited NYU Langone's emergency room in Brooklyn seeking treatment after a scuffle with a suspect.
• 👮‍♂️ They were reportedly confronted by security guards, questioned about their identity, and one detective was allegedly refused entry with his service weapon.
• ❓ Detectives believe they were mistaken for ICE agents, who are restricted in hospitals under New York's sanctuary city laws.

Official Reactions and Statements

• 😠 Union leaders expressed outrage over the treatment of officers injured in the line of duty.
• 🗣️ Mayor Eric Adams stated he was unaware of the incident and would follow up.
• 🏥 The hospital issued a statement confirming care was provided and that the officer was asked to temporarily secure his weapon per policy.
• 🤝 The NYPD Commissioner accepted an apology from the hospital, emphasizing the need for attentive medical care and respect for officers.

Hospital Policy and Sanctuary City Laws

• 📜 Under New York's sanctuary city laws, ICE agents require a judicial warrant to enter hospitals, but cannot be refused treatment if injured.
• 🚑 NYPD officers, regardless of circumstances, cannot be turned away from hospitals for treatment.