New York’s Staten Island. Authorities confirmed that an off-duty detective with the New York City Police Department was arrested Tuesday night in Staten Island and charged with a number of crimes, including tampering with public documents and manufacturing firearms.
At 8:01 p.m., 35-year-old Anthony Sciortino was arrested within the 123rd Precinct. The investigator is now facing a long list of accusations, including two counts of making a machine gun, two counts of creating a rapid-fire modification device, and one case of first-degree tampering with public records.
The allegations also include multiple counts of official misconduct, computer trespass, first- and second-degree falsification of company records, and unauthorized computer use. Additionally, authorities claim that Sciortino neglected to register or notify the sale of firearms five times.
As of Wednesday morning, there are still few details available on the arrest’s circumstances and the accused offenses. Sciortino’s lawyer, if hired, has not spoken, and the NYPD has not released a public statement on the subject.
The claims are anticipated to be examined by the NYPD’s Internal Affairs Bureau. The department has not revealed Sciortino’s current employment status.
Note: Every piece of content is rigorously reviewed by our team of experienced writers and editors to ensure its accuracy. Our writers use credible sources and adhere to strict fact-checking protocols to verify all claims and data before publication. If an error is identified, we promptly correct it and strive for transparency in all updates, feel free to reach out to us via email. We appreciate your trust and support!
