City Orders Review of NYPD Use-of-Force Policies

Monday’s announcement adds police oversight measures and a review with community input.

Published October 13, 2026 · New York Tribune Staff · New York · Development: October 12, 2026

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani ordered an NYPD use-of-force review Monday, AP reports. City Hall also announced more funding for the police inspector general and disciplinary accountability measures.

The review is expected to unfold over coming months with community input. Police union president Patrick Hendry criticized the plan.

Sources: Associated Press. Reviewed October 13, 2026. Development: October 12, 2026.

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