A former top official in the Mount Vernon Police Department was arrested Tuesday morning for her alleged role in a Bronx shooting that occurred nearly a week ago. Jennifer Lackard, who served as deputy commissioner of wellness, is accused of being the getaway driver while her son allegedly fired shots at a group near a courthouse.
Key Takeaways
Jennifer Lackard, former Mount Vernon deputy commissioner of wellness, was arrested for allegedly being her son's getaway driver in a Bronx shooting. No injuries were reported.
- Jennifer Lackard charged with attempted murder and other counts
- Son Chase Lackard identified as the alleged shooter
- Shooting occurred near courthouse on June 29; no one injured
- Lackard fired from Mount Vernon Police Department
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 5 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrest Details | Broad Agreement | Arrest at 5:30 AM Tuesday, Bronx apartment | |
| Charges Filed | Broad Agreement | Attempted murder, assault, weapons possession | |
| Shooting Location | Broad Agreement | Near Bronx Hall of Justice courthouse | |
| Shooting Time | Broad Agreement | Shortly before midnight on June 29 | |
| Injuries | Broad Agreement | No injuries reported in shooting |
Arrest Details
Broad AgreementArrest at 5:30 AM Tuesday, Bronx apartment
Charges Filed
Broad AgreementAttempted murder, assault, weapons possession
Shooting Location
Broad AgreementNear Bronx Hall of Justice courthouse
Shooting Time
Broad AgreementShortly before midnight on June 29
Injuries
Broad AgreementNo injuries reported in shooting
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According to police sources cited by CBS News and The Guardian, officers responded to reports of gunfire outside the Bronx Hall of Justice on East 162nd Street shortly before midnight on June 29. Chase Lackard, Jennifer's 20-year-old son, allegedly opened fire at a crowd but missed his targets. He then fled in a vehicle driven by his mother.
NYPD executed a search warrant at the family's Bronx apartment around 5:30 AM Tuesday and arrested both Jennifer and Chase Lackard. As reported by CBS News and The Guardian, they face multiple charges including attempted murder, assault, weapons possession, conspiracy, and reckless endangerment. Bail was set at $75,000 cash for Jennifer Lackard.
Mount Vernon Police Department issued a statement emphasizing that the charges against Lackard are unrelated to her duties with the department. The Guardian noted her annual salary was $138,219 in 2025. Neighbors expressed shock at the arrest, with one telling CBS News about Lackard's dedication to caring for her disabled younger son.
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