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NYPD Veteran Sues, Claims Racism in Major Case Squad

4/11/2026

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  • Luis Pichardo, NYPD veteran, filed a discrimination lawsuit after being passed over for the Major Case Squad.
  • He alleges racist images circulated in an internal chat group, including AI-altered KKK imagery.
  • Pichardo says the posts reflect a culture of racism within the unit.
  • Pichardo retired in July 2025 after retaliation, including reduced overtime.
  • The NYPD is investigating and says it has zero tolerance for hate and discrimination.