A New York Police Department (NYPD) detective allegedly used his sick leave to infiltrate the Ryder Cup golf tournament last week, dressed in full tactical gear and armed, by falsely claiming to be part of President Donald Trump’s security detail.

Det. Melvin Eng, 46, reportedly entered the event in Farmingdale, New York, on Friday, where Trump was attending the tournament. According to sources, Eng wore a uniform and carried a firearm, stating he worked for the federal government. His presence went unnoticed until he dropped a gun magazine on the ground, prompting real security personnel to remove him from the premises.

NYPD documents reveal that Eng was suspended following the incident and now faces administrative charges for theft of services. A police source criticized the breach, questioning how an off-duty officer could bypass security measures. “You’re out sick, what are you doing at the Ryder Cup?” the source said. “You can’t do that. And it’s theft of service because you went in for free and then lied.”

Eng, who is president of the NYPD Asian Jade Society, allegedly claimed to be part of Trump’s security team to gain entry. The incident has raised concerns about the effectiveness of security protocols at high-profile events.

The situation has drawn comparisons to other recent security lapses, including a Secret Service agent falling asleep at a UN event. Critics argue that such breaches highlight vulnerabilities in protecting public figures.

As the investigation continues, questions remain about how Eng was able to access the tournament and what steps will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.