Nypd officer arrested in brooklyn on petit larceny and stolen property charges

NYPD officer arrested in Brooklyn on petit larceny and stolen property charges

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September 16, 2025
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Brooklyn, NY – A New York City police officer was taken into custody early Tuesday morning after being accused of theft while on duty in East Flatbush, officials said.

At approximately 3:28 a.m., authorities arrested 26-year-old David Carrasco, an NYPD officer assigned to the department, within the 67th Precinct. He has been charged with petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property.

The NYPD confirmed the arrest but has not released further details regarding the alleged incident or what property was involved.

Carrasco remains in custody as the investigation continues. Disciplinary action by the department is expected to follow pending the outcome of the case.

Key Points

  • NYPD officer David Carrasco, 26, was arrested Tuesday in the 67th Precinct.
  • He faces charges of petit larceny and criminal possession of stolen property.
  • The NYPD has not disclosed details of the alleged theft.

A midnight arrest has cast new scrutiny on one of New York’s own.

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