Overview

• Multiple outlets report Chell told associates he plans to submit retirement papers as early as this week, with some sources pointing to Wednesday.
• The NYPD and City Hall have not confirmed his departure and did not respond to requests for comment.
• Sources say he intends to apply for a tax-free disability pension worth 75% of pay based on a Randalls Island ankle injury; he earned about $276,000 last year.
• He is expected to discuss his plans on Sid Rosenberg’s radio show Wednesday, with prior reporting suggesting possible post-retirement media work.
• Chell has served as the NYPD’s top uniformed officer since late 2024 overseeing more than 15,000 officers, presiding over low shootings and homicides in 2025 as DOI criticized his social media conduct and his political activity drew scrutiny.