Attorney General James Statement On Untimely Death Of NYPD Officer

NEW YORK—Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement regarding the death of NYPD Deputy Chief Steven Silks:  

“Tonight is a sad night for New Yorkers -- we have lost a deeply respected public servant, who dedicated more than 39 years to putting his life on the line to protect others. The passing of NYPD Deputy Chief Steven Silks is heartbreaking, and we are profoundly saddened by his untimely loss. We grieve alongside and offer our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire NYPD.”