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Corrupt Police Officer: I Arrested Drug Dealers, Then Sold Their Drugs! There’s Massive Corruption Going On Today! - Mike Dowd

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Apr 3, 2025
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Mike Dowd
Mike Dowd, a former NYPD officer turned whistleblower, candidly shares his shocking journey through police corruption after being labeled New York's dirtiest cop. He reveals how he made up to $40,000 a day by protecting drug dealers, the disturbing code of silence within the force, and the emotional toll of living a double life. Dowd discusses how his arrest ultimately became a turning point, leading him to confront his past and seek redemption, shedding light on the dark underbelly of law enforcement and the moral dilemmas faced by officers.
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Discouraged Arrests

  • The NYPD discouraged arrests during the crack epidemic due to budget constraints and overtime costs.
  • Each crack arrest resulted in 18 hours of overtime, straining city resources.
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First Bribe

  • Mike Dowd's first crime as a cop involved a driver from Puerto Rico with no paperwork and a stack of cash.
  • Dowd solicited a "lobster lunch" bribe, receiving a couple hundred dollars.
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Sergeant's Approval

  • At a murder scene, Dowd pocketed $600, later discussing it with his Sergeant, James Otto.
  • Otto encouraged Dowd to keep such findings, normalizing corruption.
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