Deputy Commissioner Arrested With Son | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

A Mount Vernon police deputy, Jennifer Lackard, and her 20-year-old son Chase have been arrested on serious charges including attempted murder and weapons possession after a June shooting outside Bronx Criminal Court. Both deny guilt, while their husband, James Lackard — also allegedly involved — is reportedly negotiating surrender. Jennifer, who has no prior criminal record, was hired after a thorough background check that didn’t flag her husband’s past drug convictions, despite his own prison time and the family’s alleged gang ties. The case sparks national debate over how well background…