Investigation Surrounds NYPD Rookie's OnlyFans Activities
An NYPD rookie, Officer Dannah Battino, stationed at the 110th Precinct in Queens, is currently under investigation due to her involvement with the subscription service OnlyFans, where she reportedly shared explicit content. Before joining the NYPD in April 2025, Battino served as an emergency medical technician with the Fire Department of New York.
Allegations of Non-Disclosed Income
Battino, who is still within her two-year probationary period with the NYPD, is alleged to have failed to report earnings from OnlyFans. This platform was reportedly used by her to post explicit images and videos, including those depicting a same-sex encounter. Her activities on OnlyFans, under the usernames gainswbattino/thatcoupleaftermidnight, began prior to her NYPD tenure but have ceased following the scandal.
Department Reaction and Public Outcry
The revelations about Battino’s OnlyFans content have prompted shock and concern among her fellow officers and NYPD insiders. Critics argue that her conduct is unbecoming of a police officer and question why these activities were not uncovered during the hiring process. The controversy surrounding her secondary income also highlights the modest starting salary for NYPD officers, approximately $60,884, which might have influenced her continued engagement with OnlyFans.
Police Benevolent Association's Defense
The Police Benevolent Association, led by President Patrick Hendry, is staunchly defending Battino. Hendry argues that as long as Battino's activities were legal and did not interfere with her police duties, they should be regarded as a private matter. He criticized the public disclosure of her personal activities as shameful and an invasion of privacy.
Broader Implications and Similar Cases
The internal review of Battino’s conduct by the NYPD echoes past incidents, such as the 2022 case involving Detroit Police Department officer Janelle Zielinski, whose OnlyFans participation also led to significant departmental and public repercussions. These instances continue to stir debates on privacy, professionalism, and the ethical standards expected within law enforcement circles.
