STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Staten Island burglary suspect’s arrest became an unexpected final chapter in the 37-year career of a retiring NYPD lieutenant.
Alexander James, 27, is facing multiple charges after prosecutors allege he broke into a Huguenot home, stole clothing and a bottle of wine, then was arrested by Lt. Joseph Bell while Bell was off duty — just one day before the veteran officer’s retirement ceremony.
Prosecutors allege James used a tool to manipulate the lock on the front door of a Sinclair Avenue home sometime between 10 p.m. on July 27 and 9 a.m. on July 28…