Queens, NY – An off-duty New York City police lieutenant was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon after being accused of assault, officials said.
The NYPD confirmed that Jonathan Hom, 44, was arrested at approximately 12:03 p.m. within the confines of the 111th Precinct. Hom, who holds the rank of lieutenant, faces a charge of assault.
The department has not released further details about the alleged incident that led to the arrest. It remains unclear whether the case involved injuries or if the altercation took place on or off duty.
Hom’s arrest is the latest in a series of off-duty incidents involving city employees, which are typically investigated both criminally and internally by the NYPD. The lieutenant could also face administrative discipline pending the outcome of the case.
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Key Points
- NYPD Lieutenant Jonathan Hom, 44, was arrested Tuesday in Queens.
- He was charged with assault following an off-duty incident.
- The NYPD is expected to review the case internally in addition to the criminal charge.
The lieutenant’s case will move forward in Queens Criminal Court as the department weighs disciplinary action.