NEW YORK, NY – An off-duty firefighter from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) was arrested early on Thursday, February 8, 2024, facing charges of assault and harassment. The arrest of 39-year-old Rafael Fortiz took place within the 115th Precinct, following an incident that led to police intervention.
The charges against Fortiz include assault and harassment, as stated by law enforcement officials. The specifics of the events leading up to the arrest have not been disclosed at this time.