In a shocking turn of events, NYPD Detective Melissa Mercado has been pulled from active sex crimes cases after appearing as a stripper in a risqué music video. The viral clip, featuring the rapper S-Quire, has prompted an internal review by the police department to determine whether Mercado violated any NYPD rules regarding off-duty employment.
Sources confirm that Detective Mercado, known for her competence in the Special Victims Unit, is currently not handling active cases while the review is underway. The NYPD must ascertain if she submitted the required off-duty paperwork, which is mandatory for officers engaging in additional work outside their official duties.
The controversy arose after Mercado appeared in S-Quire’s music video “Doin That,” where she showcased her dancing skills in revealing attire. The clip quickly gained traction online, leading to widespread attention and discussion about her dual roles as a police officer and a performer.
Both S-Quire and the video’s director, Pitch Perfect, stated they were unaware of Mercado’s law enforcement background, explaining that she was referred to them through a casting agency. With the NYPD refraining from commenting on the ongoing review, the situation raises questions about the boundaries between personal expression and professional conduct for law enforcement officers.
As the investigation unfolds, the implications of Mercado’s actions could have lasting effects on her career within the NYPD and the ongoing discourse surrounding police officers and their off-duty activities. The outcome of this review will not only determine Mercado’s future in the department but may also set precedents for similar cases in the future.
