A New York Islanders hockey game promo has sparked outrage after it was revealed that the proceeds will benefit a former NYPD officer convicted of manslaughter. The officer, who was convicted of shooting and killing an unarmed man in 2006, has been a longtime supporter of the team and was honored by the Islanders organization in 2010. The decision to raise funds for the officer has drawn criticism from the victim's family, who claim that the team is insensitive to their loss. As the controversy surrounding the promo continues to grow, the Islanders organization has faced backlash for its decision to support the convicted officer.
Islanders promo raises funds for ex-NYPD officer convicted of manslaughter, angering victim's family CBS News
