New York Deputy Police Commissioner Fired After Arrest

Jennifer Lackard, the deputy police commissioner for safety in Mount Vernon, was fired on Tuesday. She is accused of driving a getaway car after her son allegedly opened fire outside a Bronx court. The city of Mount Vernon announced her termination in an Instagram post, stating it was for conduct unrelated to her duties. Lackard's son allegedly shot at someone outside the court, and she is accused of helping him escape. The incident is being investigated as an attempted murder. The Mount Vernon police department has not commented further on the case. Lackard's termination is effective immediately. The police department will not comment on the details of the incident or the investigation. The case is ongoing, and more information may be released as it becomes available. The city of Mount Vernon has stated that it takes incidents like this seriously and will take appropriate action when necessary.