NYPD detective suspended for Ryder Cup security impersonation
The New York Police Department confirmed Detective Melvin Eng was suspended without pay after allegedly sneaking into the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black while pretending to be part of President Donald Trump's security detail. Eng — reportedly out on sick leave — attended the Sept. 26, 2025 tournament in tactical gear, was exposed when he dropped a magazine in front of working security and is now facing administrative charges including theft of services.
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🔍 Key Facts
- NYPD confirmed a suspension without pay of Detective Melvin Eng.
- Incident occurred at the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025; Eng allegedly entered in tactical gear while on sick leave.
- Eng faces administrative charges including theft of services after being identified when he dropped a magazine in front of event security; reporting cites the New York Post and an NYPD confirmation to Fox News Digital.