Overview

• The Department of Investigation reviewed over 10,000 social media posts by NYPD executives from January 2022 to September 2024, identifying several as hostile and unprofessional.
• Chief of Department John Chell and Deputy Commissioner Kaz Daughtry were singled out for posts deemed discourteous and potentially politically motivated, violating city policies.
• Examples included attacks on a city council member, a judge, and journalists, with some posts raising safety concerns for those targeted.
• The report noted the NYPD's social media policies were insufficient to guide appropriate conduct and recommended updated training and oversight.
• NYPD officials stated that significant changes to social media practices have already been implemented, though no disciplinary actions were confirmed.