The gun unit’s criminal schemes appear to have started at least five years ago. The gun unit would sometimes try to deflect suspicion by lending tactical gear, including bulletproof vests, to civilians so they could commit robberies. After arresting Mr. Stevenson, the detectives stole his house keys and read his driver’s license to find where he lived. Four of the unit’s officers entered his house and used tools to pry open his safe. The gun unit’s supervisor, Sgt.

Source: New York Times February 06, 2018 15:47 UTC