The city has appointed its first inspector general for the NYPD, picking an out-of-towner who has spent years monitoring the Washington, D.C., police force.

Mayor Bill de Blasio released the following statement just moments ago:

�In New York City, we are fortunate to be protected by the nation�s largest, best-trained and most effective police force, and with the appointment of Philip Eure as Inspector General, we are today further enhancing the NYPD�s efforts. Independent police review is a critical component in the constant improvement of our public safety efforts, and will help us enhance the operations, programs and practices of the NYPD, while also strengthening the NYPD�s relationship with the community � all vital elements in keeping us safe. Phil has decades of law enforcement experience and is one of the nation�s premier police accountability experts, making him an excellent choice to serve as the city�s first NYPD Inspector General.�

(YWN Desk – NYC)