The FBI conducted searches at the homes of New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ senior aides, including First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright and Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III, seizing electronic devices.
They also searched the home of former NYPD official Timothy Pearson.
Investigations are reportedly linked to allegations of influence peddling and corruption, with federal prosecutors from the Southern District of New York involved.
Mayor Adams stated his administration will cooperate fully, and City Hall indicated that neither the mayor nor his staff are considered targets of the investigation.
The NYPD confirmed awareness of the investigation and expressed full cooperation.
City Hall Chief Counsel Lisa Zornberg said, “Investigators have not indicated to us the mayor or his staff are targets of any investigation.
“As a former member of law enforcement, the mayor has repeatedly made clear that all members of the team need to follow the law.”
New York Police Department confirmed, “The Department is aware of an investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York involving members of service. The Department is fully cooperating in the investigation.”
