NYPD Security Officer For Mayor Mamdani Suspended After Off-Duty Shooting In The Bronx

An NYPD officer on Mayor Zohran Mamdani's security detail has been suspended after shooting a man in the head during an off-duty dispute in the Bronx.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 19, 2026, 6:38 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Fox News

Off-Duty Interaction Escalates to Violence

The incident occurred at approximately 9:00 p.m. on Monday in the Bronx. According to preliminary reports from the NYPD, the off-duty officer engaged in a confrontation with several men regarding a stolen car. During the dispute, the officer discharged his weapon, striking a 30-year-old man in the head. While the specific details of the "radical transformation" from a verbal interaction to a shooting remain under investigation, the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is currently fighting for his life in critical condition.

Officer Status and Assignment

The officer involved is a member of the specialized detail responsible for security at Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s official residence, Gracie Mansion, as well as City Hall. Following the shooting, the NYPD confirmed that the officer has been suspended without pay. As of Thursday morning, no arrests have been made and no formal criminal charges have been filed. The department has not yet released the officer's identity, citing the ongoing nature of the internal probe.

Force Investigation Division Takes the Lead

The NYPD’s Force Investigation Division (FID) has assumed control of the case, which is standard procedure for any discharge of a firearm by an officer, whether on or off duty. A spokesperson for the department stated that the FID is reviewing body camera footage from responding units and interviewing witnesses to determine if the shooting was a "mechanical necessity" for self-defense or an unjustified use of force. The investigation is also looking into the officer's conduct prior to the shooting to ensure all protocols for off-duty intervention were followed.