NEW YORK — A chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams and several other people have been arrested as part of an investigation into an alleged bribery scheme involving a city contract, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Frank Carone, his brother and two others were taken into custody, said the person, who was not authorized to publicly discuss details of the case and spoke on condition of anonymity.
No other details were immediately available. Indictments were expected to be unsealed later Wednesday.
In a statement, Todd Shapiro, a spokesperson for Adams, said Carone “dedicated decades of his life to public service, the legal profession, and helping countless individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations throughout New York.”
“This is an ongoing legal matter and my prayers are with his family,” Shapiro’s statement said.
