New York detective criticized for appearing in string thong rap video

Melissa Mercado, a detective with the NYPD since 2018 and assigned to the Bronx Special Victims Unit, is facing criticism after appearing in rapper S-Quire's "Doin That" video. In the video, she wears a string thong, prompting reactions within the department. One colleague said he was at a loss for words. Another pointed out that if she is paid, she should declare a secondary activity. In his opinion, what she does in the video is none of the police's business.