Amid Adams scandal, former city hall official arrested, charged with witness tampering and destroying evidence
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(NEW YORK) — Mohamed Bahi, who resigned Monday from his job in Mayor Eric Adams’ administration, was arrested Tuesday for obstructing the investigation into the mayor and his campaign.
Bahi, 40, is charged with witness tampering and destroying evidence.
Bahi had served as a senior liaison in the administration’s Community Affairs Unit since 2022, according to a criminal complaint released by the U.S. attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said Bahi allegedly “obstructed a federal criminal investigation by instructing witnesses to lie and then destroying evidence.”
“The charges unsealed today should leave no doubt about the seriousness of any effort to interfere with a federal investigation, particularly when undertaken by a government employee,” Williams said in the release. “Our commitment to uncovering the truth and following the facts wherever they may lead is unwavering.”
The indictment comes amid a sweeping investigation into Adams’ office, culminating in charges for Adams himself and others in his orbit. Others have resigned or had their homes raided and electronic devices seized by investigators.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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