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NYPD Detective Suspended for Fake Trump Security Role

10/2/2025

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NYPD Detective Melvin Eng, on sick leave, entered the Ryder Cup in tactical gear claiming security duties for President Trump.
The ruse collapsed when he dropped a gun magazine and real security removed him.
He faces administrative charges for theft of services and was suspended without pay; sources note security breaches, saying he bypassed Secret Service and state police.

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Story summary

NYPD Detective Melvin Eng, on sick leave, entered the Ryder Cup in tactical gear claiming security duties for President Trump.
The ruse collapsed when he dropped a gun magazine and real security removed him.
He faces administrative charges for theft of services and was suspended without pay; sources note security breaches, saying he bypassed Secret Service and state police.