QUEENS, NY – An off-duty New York City school safety agent was arrested Wednesday night in Queens on allegations involving misconduct and inappropriate contact with a minor, police said.
The arrest occurred around 8:30 p.m. within the confines of the 105th Precinct.
Authorities identified the suspect as 55-year-old Phillip Borden, an NYPD School Safety Agent.
According to police, Borden was charged with forcible touching, official misconduct, and endangering the welfare of a minor.
No additional details about the incident or the alleged victim were immediately released.
NYPD reviewing case internally
The department confirmed the arrest and said its Internal Affairs Bureau has been notified as part of standard protocol when a member of service faces criminal charges.
Borden’s current employment status with the NYPD School Safety Division was not immediately clear.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Off-duty NYPD School Safety Agent Phillip Borden, 55, arrested in Queens Wednesday night
- Charged with forcible touching, official misconduct, and endangering the welfare of a minor
- Internal Affairs notified; investigation continuing