Two now-retired chiefs from the New York City Fire Department were arrested early Monday morning following a yearlong corruption investigation, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
Retired Chief Brian Cordasco was arrested at home on Staten Island. Retired Chief Anthony Saccavino was arrested at home in Manhattan, the sources said.
The FBI had searched their homes and offices earlier this year. he FDNY placed the chiefs on modified duty at the time. The New York City Department of Investigation searched FDNY headquarters as well.
A fire engine responds to an emergency call in New York City.
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The investigation focused on whether the chiefs took money to help expedite building inspections, the sources said.
The matter is believed to be separate from a similar investigation involving Mayor Eric Adams and his 2021 campaign, which is under investigation over fundraising and whether there was illegal foreign money in exchange for expediting the inspection of the new Turkish consulate.