Current:Home > NewsNew York senator won’t face charges after he was accused of shoving an advocate -Aspire Money Growth
New York senator won’t face charges after he was accused of shoving an advocate
View
Date:2025-04-16 03:43:27
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A New York state senator won’t face charges after he was accused of shoving an advocate in the state capitol building last week.
Disability rights advocate Michael Carey, who filed a complaint with New York State Police after a heated exchange with state Sen. Kevin Parker turned physical, told The Associated Press that he spoke with Parker on Friday and they “resolved things in a peaceable way.”
New York State Police Spokesperson Stephanie O’Neil said late last Wednesday that they closed an investigation and no criminal charges were filed in what they referred to as a “disturbance” at the state capitol building that day.
Parker’s office did not respond to requests for comment.
Carey said he had approached Parker, a Brooklyn Democrat, before a May 15 committee meeting about supporting a piece of legislation when an argument broke out between them.
Carey said Parker grabbed him by his shoulders and shoved him, causing him to stumble back. Carey said Parker then shoved him again.
“I wish it never got to that point,” said Carey. “It’s way better that we can work things out.”
Parker has a history of violent behavior.
In 2005, he was arrested on a third-degree assault charge after he was accused of punching a traffic agent who gave him a ticket for double-parking.
Parker was arrested and ultimately convicted of misdemeanor criminal mischief charges in 2009 after he chased a New York Post photographer and damaged his camera. He was stripped of his position as majority whip in the state legislature during that time.
___
Associated Press writer Anthony Izaguirre in Albany, New York contributed to this report.
veryGood! (3159)
Related
- Selena Gomez engaged to Benny Blanco after 1 year together: 'Forever begins now'
- Officials recover New Mexico woman’s body from the Grand Canyon, the 3rd death there since July 31
- Today Only! Save Up to 76% on Old Navy Bottoms – Jeans, Pants, Skirts & More Starting at $6
- DK Metcalf swings helmet at Seahawks teammate during fight-filled practice
- Who's hosting 'Saturday Night Live' tonight? Musical guest, how to watch Dec. 14 episode
- Teen Mom Stars Amber Portwood and Gary Shirley’s Daughter Leah Looks All Grown Up in Rare Photo
- 2024 Olympics: Jordan Chiles’ Coach Slams Cheating Claims Amid Bronze Medal Controversy
- COVID-stricken Noah Lyles collapses after getting bronze, one of 8 US medals at Olympic track
- Could your smelly farts help science?
- Legal challenge seeks to prevent RFK Jr. from appearing on Pennsylvania’s presidential ballot
Ranking
- Israel lets Palestinians go back to northern Gaza for first time in over a year as cease
- USA Olympic Diver Alison Gibson Reacts to Being Labeled Embarrassing Failure After Dive Earns 0.0 Score
- An estimated 1,800 students will repeat third grade under new reading law
- Consumers—and the Environment—Are Going to Pay for Problems With the Nation’s Largest Grid Region
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- Family members arrested in rural Nevada over altercation that Black man says involved a racial slur
- PHOTO COLLECTION: AP Top Photos of the Day Thursday August 8, 2024
- Water woes linger in New Orleans after wayward balloon causes power glitch, pressure drop
Recommendation
What were Tom Selleck's juicy final 'Blue Bloods' words in Reagan family
Inter Miami vs. Toronto live updates: Leagues Cup tournament scores, highlights
A father lost his son to sextortion swindlers. He helped the FBI find the suspects
Pregnant Brittany Mahomes Trolls Patrick Mahomes Over Wardrobe Mishap
Person accused of accosting Rep. Nancy Mace at Capitol pleads not guilty to assault charge
Team USA's Grant Holloway wins Olympic gold medal in 110 hurdles: 'I'm a fireman'
West Virginia Supreme Court affirms decision to remove GOP county commissioners from office
Today Only! Save Up to 76% on Old Navy Bottoms – Jeans, Pants, Skirts & More Starting at $6