NYPD Detective Retires After Four Decades
A well-respected NYPD detective known for investigating a shocking assault on a 44-year-old mother on Randall’s Island has retired after over 40 years of dedicated service.
Detective Charles Freitag, who worked out of District 23, officially said goodbye to the force on Friday.
“This is my home,” Freitag remarked, flanked by his wife Reset and their two college-aged children, Charles and Jacqueline.
Reflecting on his career, he mentioned, “I started back in 1983. Time really flew by, but I can’t say I had a miserable day.” It’s clear the years have been full of significant cases and experiences.
Recently, Freitag was involved in the case of Diana Agudero, a mother who suffered serious injuries during an unprovoked attack on Randall’s Island, resulting in severe complications that required emergency surgery.
Reports indicate that Miguel Giro, 30, who had just been paroled for prior rape charges and was wearing an ankle monitor, ambushed Agudero while she was riding her bike on May 16. He allegedly stole her bicycle and later disposed of it in the Harlem River.
The incident triggered a swift investigation by the NYPD, which soon focused on Giro as the suspect. He was arrested after being identified by a 911 caller who found Agudero several hours after the attack.
According to the District Attorney’s office, Giro faces serious charges, including murder and robbery.
Freitag mentioned that he still visits Agudero regularly. He expressed his disbelief at the brutality of the attack, saying, “What kind of person does this?”
In addition to his recent work, Freitag had previously looked into cases involving significant violence, including a notable one from the 90s. He played a key role in the conviction of Alone Kee, who was sentenced to 400 years for multiple murders and rapes in East Harlem.
Freitag described his decade-spanning career as a calling, underscoring his commitment with the phrase, “Please make this day a little better for someone else.” His dedication is remarkable.
As he moves on, Freitag reflects on what he’d do if he had to start over. “If I were 20 again, I’d jump back into the NYPD in a heartbeat,” he said. “It was the best job in the world.”
Now retired, Freitag looks forward to spending more time with family, particularly helping his children with their college plans in Florida without the pressures of a demanding job.
