FDNY chiefs under investigation in potential corruption probe, department confirms
New York City’s fire department confirmed that two chiefs are being investigated in connection with a corruption probe, after news reports emerged Thursday that the FBI had raided the men’s homes and city investigators searched their FDNY offices., which first reported on the raids. The paper said the investigation was connected to a scheme in which the men were paid $100,000 to expedite safety inspections.
“The FDNY’s first priority is always keeping New Yorkers safe, and we expect every member of the department to act appropriately,” said Amanda Farinacci, a spokesperson for the FDNY, in a statement. “As soon as Commissioner Kavanagh was alerted to these allegations last fall, she immediately referred them to to investigate them.”
“City Hall became aware of this operation when we were notified by FDNY this morning," said Adams spokesperson Charles Lutvak. "The FDNY continues to cooperate with DOI, and there is no indication of any direct connection to anyone at City Hall.”
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