NYPD Cop Slugs Woman Interfering in Arrest of Armed Attempted Murder Suspect

* (Disclaimer: This video content is intended for educational and informational purposes only) * New York City, New York — On Tuesday afternoon, NYPD officers from the 32nd Precinct were attempting to take 22-year-old Elvin James into custody when a struggle ensued and a crowd formed around the officers. James, wanted in connection to an attempted murder, was reportedly carrying an illegal, loaded semiautomatic Polymer 80 handgun, known as a "ghost gun," in his waistband. During this encounter, 19-year-old Tamani Crum, acquaintance of James began to interfere with the arrest, including striking a detective. The detective fended off that interference and struck Crum with an open hand. Crum was placed under arrest for Obstructing Governmental Administration, remained conscious, and was transported to an area hospital at her request. Two additional females were similarly charged with interfering with the actions of police officers during this incident. This incident, including the conduct of the detective who used force, is under ongoing review by Internal Affairs Bureau’s Force Group.