Mayor Adams' Statement on Police Commissioner Sewell's Service to the City of New York

June 12, 2023

NEW YORK - New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the following statement on New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Keechant Sewell’s service to the City of New York: 

“I want to thank Police Commissioner Sewell for her devotion over the last 18 months and her steadfast leadership. Her efforts played a leading role in this administration’s tireless work to make New York City safer. When we came into office, crime was trending upwards, and thanks to the brave men and women of the NYPD, most of the major crime categories are now down. The commissioner worked nearly 24 hours a day, seven days a week for a year and a half, and we are all grateful for her service. New Yorkers owe her a debt of gratitude.”