Sergeants Benevolent Association

An 18-year-old driver allegedly used a stolen SUV to ram into NYPD officers in the Bronx, leading to a shooting. A loaded Glock 22 was found in the vehicle, and a 21-year-old passenger, Angel Robles, was charged with firearm possession. The driver, who had prior charges for shooting at a man, injured multiple officers but none critically.

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.

Former NYPD officer Erik Duran, convicted of manslaughter for fatally throwing a cooler at fleeing suspect Eric Duprey, was granted $300,000 bail during his appeal. The decision was praised by the Sergeants Benevolent Association, which called it a 'major win' for law enforcement.

Former NYPD officer Erik Duran was sentenced to 3-9 years in prison for manslaughter after throwing a cooler at fleeing suspect Eric Duprey, causing his fatal crash. Critics argue the sentence may deter officers from split-second decision-making during high-stress situations.

Former NYPD sergeant Erik Duran received a 3-9 year prison sentence for throwing a cooler at fleeing suspect Eric Duprey, causing his fatal crash. The court rejected Duran's claim of justification, citing reckless endangerment.