Crime & Safety

On-Duty NYPD Officer Arrested For DWI In Brooklyn

The NYPD confirmed the arrest on Friday but could not provide additional details​.

An investigation remains ongoing.
An investigation remains ongoing. (Peter Senzamici/Patch)

BROOKLYN, NY — An on-duty NYPD officer was arrested and charged with drinking while intoxicated on Thursday.

Shareca Allen, 37, was arrested just before 1 a.m. in the 83rd Precinct in Bushwick, police said.

Allen is also facing operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drug, aggravated driving while intoxicated and driving while ability impaired charges.

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The NYPD confirmed the arrest on Friday but could not provide additional details.

The 37-year-old has been with the NYPD since 2021.

Find out what's happening in Brooklynfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

An investigation remains ongoing.

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