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Igloo cooler
Coverage of Igloo cooler in the Nexus archive.
- Ex-cop who killed suspect with cooler walks free as he appeals conviction that made him an example
Erik Duran, a former NYPD officer convicted of manslaughter for fatally throwing a cooler at a fleeing suspect in 2023, was released on $300,000 bail while appealing his conviction. The Bronx judge had cited the case as a deterrent for reckless police conduct, but Duran's union hailed his release as a victory for law enforcement.
- Cop who killed drug suspect with Igloo cooler appeals conviction that made him an example
NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran was convicted of manslaughter for throwing an Igloo cooler at a fleeing drug suspect, Eric Duprey, causing his death. The conviction and sentencing have sparked public support and political attention, including a gubernatorial candidate's promise to pardon Duran if elected.