New York City Police Commissioner Edward Caban announced his resignation on Thursday, following the revelation that his phone was seized as part of a federal investigation involving several members of Mayor Eric Adams’ inner circle.
In an email to the police department, Caban stated that recent developments had created a distraction for the department, prompting his decision to step down. He emphasized his commitment to focusing on the important work and safety of the men and women of the NYPD.
Last week, federal investigators seized electronic devices belonging to Caban and other high-ranking city officials. The nature of the investigation, led by the U.S. Attorney’s office in Manhattan, remains undisclosed. It is unclear whether the probe is related to a single matter or multiple issues.
Additionally, federal authorities are looking into James Caban, Edward Caban’s twin brother, who operates a nightclub security business. Details of the investigation are confidential, and the source providing this information chose to remain anonymous.
Edward Caban, the first Latino to lead the 179-year-old NYPD, had been serving as the Police Commissioner for approximately 15 months before his resignation. Mayor Adams refrained from expressing confidence in Caban directly but reiterated his trust in the New York City Police Department as a whole.
