A Brooklyn developer, identified as Tolib Mansurov, is accused of illegally funneling money to Eric Adams’ 2021 mayoral campaign in exchange for assistance with lifting a stop-work order on his luxury condo building and commercial tower in East Flatbush. According to federal prosecutors, Mansurov contacted Adams directly, reminding him of the $10,000 donation he made to the campaign and requesting help with the Department of Buildings.
After Mansurov’s plea for assistance, the stop-work order on the residential building at 408 Lefferts Ave. was partially lifted, allowing construction to continue. Prosecutors alleged that Adams intervened on behalf of Mansurov due to the financial support he received, highlighting a pattern of trading favors for campaign contributions.
Mansurov, a prominent figure in the city’s Uzbek community, is currently attempting to sell the luxury condo complex for $42 million. He has denied any wrongdoing and has not responded to requests for comment. Additionally, the Department of Buildings has stated that the stop-work order was rescinded due to a scheduled site visit and has declined to comment on Adams’ alleged involvement.
The allegations against Adams, including bribery, fraud, and campaign finance violations, come as part of a wider investigation into his actions as mayor. Adams has denied any illegal activity and his attorney, Alex Spiro, has not responded to inquiries regarding the case. The U.S. attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York, which is handling the prosecution, declined to comment on the matter.
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