QUEENS, NY – A New York City Parks Department employee was arrested Saturday morning in eastern Queens following an incident that led to charges of menacing and harassment.
Police took 26-year-old Allyca McGrath into custody at approximately 8:53 a.m. within the 105th Precinct, which covers parts of Queens Village, Laurelton, and Bellerose.
Officials confirmed McGrath was on duty at the time of her arrest.
Key Points
- NYC Parks employee Allyca McGrath, 26, was arrested Saturday morning in Queens
- McGrath was charged with menacing and harassment
- The arrest occurred within the 105th Precinct while she was on duty
Parks employee taken into custody after reported dispute
Authorities have not released details surrounding the events that led to McGrath’s arrest, but the charges suggest the incident involved a confrontation that escalated into threatening or unwanted behavior.
The 105th Precinct, which often handles incidents across several residential neighborhoods in southeast Queens, confirmed that the case is under review.
Internal review expected by NYC Parks Department
A spokesperson for the NYC Parks Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether McGrath has been suspended or placed on administrative leave. City policy typically calls for internal reviews when an employee is arrested while on duty.
McGrath’s court appearance is expected to take place in Queens Criminal Court, where formal proceedings will determine whether additional charges will be filed.