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NYPD Detective Removed from Cases After Video Controversy
Detective Melissa Mercado, a seven-year veteran of the New York Police Department (NYPD) assigned to the Special Victims Unit, has been removed from active cases following her appearance in a provocative music video. The video, for rapper S-Quire’s track “Doin That,” features Mercado pole dancing and twerking in lingerie, leading to internal reviews by the NYPD.
Key Details:
- Video Content: Mercado is seen performing suggestive dance moves in a strip club setting, wearing a bra and G-string.
- NYPD Response: The department is investigating whether Mercado filed the necessary paperwork for off-duty employment, a standard requirement for officers engaging in external work.
- Colleagues’ Reactions: The incident has reportedly caused division within the NYPD. Some colleagues are concerned about the potential impact on the department’s image, especially given Mercado’s role in handling sensitive cases. Others believe her off-duty activities are her personal business, provided they don’t interfere with her official duties.
- Production Team’s Statement: Both rapper S-Quire and director Pitch Perfect stated they were unaware of Mercado’s occupation as a detective when casting her for the video. They mentioned hiring her through a casting agency and knowing her only by her nickname, “Honeybee.”
The situation has sparked discussions about the boundaries between personal freedom and professional responsibilities for law enforcement officers. As the NYPD’s review continues, Mercado’s status within the department remains uncertain.
For a visual overview of the controversy, you can watch the following news segment: