Rockville Centre Detective Charged with Hate Crime
Rockville Centre Detective Charged with Hate Crime

Rockville Centre Detective Charged with Hate Crime

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John Murphy, a 40-year-old detective from the Rockville Centre Police Department, has been charged with a hate crime and aggravated harassment after an incident with a Black subcontractor for a cellular company in Manorville on November 3. Murphy allegedly confronted the worker, questioning his presence, refused to examine his credentials, and proceeded to damage the worker's GMC Terrain while using a racial slur. The Suffolk County Police Department's Hate Crimes Unit arrested Murphy, who faces two counts of criminal mischief as a hate crime and one count of aggravated harassment. Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney emphasized the severity of the charges, noting that Murphy's actions are particularly egregious given his role as a law enforcement officer. The incident highlights ongoing issues of racial discrimination and misconduct within law enforcement, prompting a commitment from local authorities to pursue justice. Murphy's arraignment is scheduled in First District Court in Central Islip.

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