Public advocate's ex-staffer claims she was attacked by members of NYPD detail
Briefly

The NYPD is currently reviewing serious allegations made by a staffer of Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, claiming that she was drugged and assaulted by two members of his security team. This incident allegedly occurred as retaliation for her prior human resources complaint against Williams' chief of staff, in which she described a toxic work environment. The chief of staff has been placed on paid leave for five months while the investigation unfolds. The office has assured that harassment and retaliation will not be tolerated, emphasizing the ongoing independent investigation.
The NYPD is conducting an internal review of allegations that a staffer for Public Advocate Jumaane Williams was drugged and assaulted by two members of his security detail.
The staffer claimed it was retaliation for her filing a human resources complaint against Williams' chief of staff, alleging a toxic work environment.
The public advocate's office released a statement, saying, "The staffer has been placed on leave and an independent investigation is underway... we will not tolerate harassment, retaliation... that undermines the workplace."
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