Frank Serpico, the American police officer whose life the movie 'Serpico' is based on, is born.
Frank Serpico begins his career with the New York Police Department, where he would later become renowned for exposing corruption within the force.
Frank Serpico starts to report and expose corruption within the NYPD, risking his safety to bring unethical practices to light.
Frank Serpico is shot in the face during a drug bust where fellow officers failed to come to his aid, highlighting the dangers he faced as a whistleblower.
Following his shooting, Serpico provides crucial testimony to the Knapp Commission, which investigated police corruption in New York.
The film 'Serpico', starring Al Pacino and based on the life of Frank Serpico, is released to public acclaim.
Early in his career, Serpico becomes aware of widespread corruption among fellow officers, including bribery and illegal activities.
Serpico openly refuses to accept bribes and participate in corrupt practices, setting himself apart from other officers.
Frustrated by the corruption, Serpico starts reporting illegal activities to Internal Affairs but faces systemic resistance and threats.
As a result of his whistleblowing, Serpico is ostracized within the department and receives threats on his life.
Serpico gathers evidence against corruption by working undercover and provides testimony to expose the corrupt officers.
Serpico is shot during a drug bust that appears to be a setup by corrupt officers; he narrowly survives the assassination attempt.
Serpico's courageous efforts lead to the establishment of the Knapp Commission to investigate corruption in the NYPD.
Following the commission and continuous threats, Serpico leaves the NYPD to live a life away from the corruption he fought against.
