A former New York Police Department officer was sentenced to three to nine years in prison for manslaughter in connection with an incident that resulted in a suspect's death.

Erik Duran, who served 16 years with the NYPD, was sentenced by Judge Guy Mitchell in Bronx Criminal Court. The conviction stems from an incident in which Duran threw a cooler at a fleeing suspect, which led to a fatal crash.

The case represents a rare instance of an on-duty police officer being convicted and sentenced to prison time for actions taken during the course of their duties. Such convictions are uncommon in the criminal justice system.

Duran was described as having an exemplary service record during his tenure with the department. The specific circumstances surrounding the incident that led to the suspect's death were not detailed in court proceedings.

The sentencing took place in Bronx Criminal Court, where Duran was taken into custody following the judge's decision. The case has drawn attention as an example of judicial action against police officers in incidents resulting in civilian deaths.