Former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran Granted Bail as He Appeals Manslaughter Conviction

Former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran Granted Bail as He Appeals Manslaughter Conviction

Former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran is set to be released from prison as he continues to appeal his manslaughter conviction for throwing a picnic cooler at a fleeing drug suspect. Duran, who has been incarcerated since his sentencing in April, was granted $300,000 bail by a state appeals court. The Sergeants Benevolent Association expressed their satisfaction with the decision and announced Duran's impending release. The 38-year-old father of three was convicted of manslaughter after throwing a cooler at Eric Duprey during an undercover drug sting, resulting in Duprey's death. The judge's sentencing sparked controversy and led to Duran's dismissal from the NYPD.