HARLEM, NY — A New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) employee was arrested Friday afternoon in Harlem on charges of menacing and criminal possession of a weapon, police said.
Tawan Evans, 38, was taken into custody at approximately 4:31 p.m. within the confines of the 32nd Precinct, according to the NYPD. He was on duty at the time of his arrest.
Key Points
- Tawan Evans, 38, a NYCHA employee, was arrested Friday in Harlem.
- He faces charges of menacing in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree.
- The arrest occurred while Evans was on duty.
NYCHA employee charged following Friday arrest
Authorities did not immediately release details surrounding the circumstances that led to Evans’ arrest or the type of weapon allegedly involved.
Police confirmed that Evans was charged with menacing in the second degree, a misdemeanor, and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree, also a misdemeanor.
It remains unclear if Evans was engaged in any NYCHA-related duties at the time of the incident.
Arrest adds to scrutiny of city employees’ conduct
The NYPD reported that Evans was processed following his arrest, but no further information about his arraignment or bail status has been made public.
City officials have not issued a statement regarding Evans’ employment status or whether administrative action will be taken by NYCHA.
As of Saturday, the investigation into the incident remains ongoing, and no additional charges have been announced.
Officials decline to comment on pending investigation
The NYPD and NYCHA both declined to provide further details, citing the active status of the investigation.
Evans’ case will be handled through the Manhattan Criminal Court, where he is expected to face his charges in the coming days.