Two NYPD detectives were placed on modified duty after connections to a crypto-related kidnapping case emerged. One detective reportedly transported the kidnapping victim to a townhouse, where the alleged torture occurred. They were off-duty security for one of the suspects, raising concerns over their employment compliance with NYPD regulations. Officials state that both detectives were unaware of any illegal activities, and a grand jury has indicted a cryptocurrency investor for the kidnapping. An Internal Affairs investigation is ongoing to examine their employment history with the suspects.
"Every city employee is expected to follow the law, including our officers, both on and off duty. We are disturbed by these allegations, and as soon as it came to our attention, the officers were placed on modified duty."
"A second detective was also reportedly paid by one of the suspects, as off-duty security. The Internal Affairs investigation is underway into how long the two were employed by the crypto suspects and whether the employment had been approved internally."
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