- "Hold onto all the lives we're saving. They matter... just as much as the ones we've lost."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Ray Nadeem[src]
Tammy Hattley is the former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI New York Crime Division who was forced by Wilson Fisk into helping his return to power. Hattley had used her position to put Ray Nadeem in charge of Fisk's transfer out of Ryker's Island and also gave Fisk all the resources to rebuild his own criminal empire. However, once Nadeem attempted to expose Fisk, Hattley forced him to obey Fisk's orders as well, which eventually led to Nadeem betraying Fisk and exposing his control over the FBI agents, including Hattley, until she and everyone under Fisk's control were finally exposed and arrested for all their crimes.
Biography[]
Early Life[]
Father's White Lies[]
- "My dad was a trucker. He mostly hauled chemical tankers. He'd bring 'em to the house overnight before heading out sometimes. And I'd have nightmares, thinking about what could happen."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Ray Nadeem[src]
As a child, Hattley lived with her father who worked as a trucker who mostly hauled chemical tankers. He sometimes brought barrels with chemicals in their house. Hattley had a nightmare while thinking about what could happen with those chemicals. Her father learned about Hattley's fears and showed her a decal on a barrel with the level of danger.
He always hauled level four chemicals, which he described as the safest kind of chemicals, easing Hattley's fears. Several years later, she learned that level four was the most lethal code and her father always hauled the most dangerous chemicals. It was there that Hattley began understanding the value of a white lie.[1]
FBI Agent[]
Struggles with Family[]
- "I mean, I think the best thing to do is talk to him like a man. Tell him that the job I do is dangerous, but I–"
"My advice: don't. I tried that with my daughter. It freaked her out so bad, she wouldn't let me leave the house in the morning." - ―Ray Nadeem and Tammy Hattley[src]
Hattley joined the FBI as a field agent while raising daughter Allison Hattley. Because of the risks of her job, she tried to explain to her daughter that being an FBI agent was highly dangerous. However, Allison was completely terrified and did not let her mother leave the house, fearing for her life. Once, she laid across the door and cried until Hattley took the day off.[1]
Special Agent in Charge[]
Controlled by Kingpin[]
- "I used to have two children, Ray. They made it look like a hit-and-run. I got a divorce. Maybe that keeps him a little safer. But there's still Allie."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Ray Nadeem[src]
Years later, Hattley was promoted and put in charge of the FBI New York Crime Division, centered in New York City. As Wilson Fisk was arrested, Hattley sent several agents to Ryker's Island, in order to extract any information about New York criminal underworld. However, Fisk and his lawyers used to turn every FBI agent without anything useful.
Eventually, Hattley was approached by Fisk who ordered his subordinates outside to kill one of her children. They committed the murder, making it look like a hit-and-run, so Hattley was unable to prove something and connect it with Fisk. Hattley was informed that she had to work under Fisk's command to keep the rest of her family safe. Hattley had divorced with her husband, hoping that it would keep him safer. However, Allison stayed with her and Hattley had no choice but to assist Fisk.[2]
Nadeem's Performance Review[]
Hattley and Ray Nadeem discuss a promotion
- "You're right. Your reviews have been deferred for reasons having nothing to do with scheduling or restructuring or whatever bullshit I fed you at the time. It's because I'm trying to protect you."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Ray Nadeem[src]
Hattley was ordered to defer Ray Nadeem's performance review, as he was approached by Fisk too. Hattley's order to defer Nadeem's performance review made him desperate for any opportunity to get a promotion within the FBI or any other chance to provide for his family. Later, Hattley was visited by Nadeem at the New York City FBI Office where he requested to move up his performance review in order to get the promotion.
Despite Hattley's objections about moving the review, Nadeem noted that his reviews were deferred by Hattley, not by the FBI. Nadeem asked the reason why Hattley was doing this and even thought about filing a complaint, however, Hattley replied that she tried to protect him. Hattley explained that Nadeem's FICO score was 557 and according to the Bureau's policy, that made Nadeem a recruitment target.
Hattley and Ray Nadeem discuss Wilson Fisk
Although the FBI prohibited the promotion of agents with a high level of vulnerability, Nadeem stated that his circumstances were exceptional, reminding her about his sister-in-law's cancer. Hattley sympathized and said that he is a good agent but she could not help him until he fixes his finances. While Nadeem was at her office, Hattley tasked him to arrive at Ryker's Island and talk with Fisk. Nadeem noted that FBI was talking with him every month and he gave them nothing, while Hattley said that this is a nice drive, in any case.[3]
Wilson Fisk Detail[]
- "You tell D.C. that none of this could have happened without the unexpected connection between me and Wilson Fisk. Because that's the truth. And then none of the other shit in my file will matter. Come on, Tammy. How am I supposed to get out from under?"
"Okay, he's yours. But you need to keep him talking, Ray." - ―Ray Nadeem and Tammy Hattley[src]
Wilson Fisk's plan worked, as Ray Nadeem "convinced" him to assist the FBI. With Fisk's intel, the FBI successfully assaulted the Albanian Syndicate, arresting multiple high-profile criminals. The arrest of Mother Teresa and his associates was one of the most successful FBI operations against Albanians. Hattley was visited by Ramsey and Arinori who wanted to officially handle Fisk's case.
However, she was also visited by Nadeem who insisted that he is the one who needs to be assigned to Fisk's case. Hattley noted that FBI command in Washington, D.C. would learn about Nadeem's success, however, his financial issues could draw unwanted attention. Nadeem kept insisting that none of this could have happened without the connection between him and Fisk and that is the only thing in his case that matters something. Hattley assigned Nadeem to work on Fisk's case, on the condition that Nadeem would keep him talking.
Hattley having her meeting with Blake Tower
Eventually, the FBI was informed that Fisk was stabbed in Ryker's Island by Jasper Evans. As Nadeem noted, Fisk was too important to them and they needed him alive. Hattley and Nadeem decided to pull Fisk out from prison and relocate him to the Presidential Hotel under FBI supervision. Hattley arranged a meeting with Blake Tower and Chris DiMolina, attempting to convince them that the FBI needed Fisk to take down the Albanian Syndicate.
Both Tower and DiMolina ultimately dismissed Hattley's offer, despite her arguments, as Fisk was a notorious criminal responsible for the death of multiple NYPD officers and civilians. However, Nadeem insisted that key information provided by Fisk was too valuable to the FBI and allowed them to make progress in the Albanians' case for the first time in several years. Although DiMolina was not sure, Tower was unable to argue and approved Fisk's relocation. Hattley assigned Nadeem, Benjamin Poindexter and FBI SWAT to escort Fisk to the hotel.[4]
Aftermath of Fisk's Escort[]
The cab was attacked by the Albanian Syndicate. Multiple agents died and got hurt. Ray Nadeem met with Hattley in the hospital, blaming himself. However, Hattley put the event on herself saying that she allowed the mission.[5] She got word that Benjamin Poindexter could have lied on his report of the events. She met with Nadeem and Winn to discuss. They then told Poindexter to leave the room as they talked to Wilson Fisk. Fisk told them that Poindexter gave the Albanians a chance to surrender, but they shot, so Poindexter killed in self-defense. Outside the room, Hattley asked Nadeem if he had troubles at home. He said yes and asked for advice. She told him not to tell his son the truth because of what her daughter went through years ago.[1]
Suspending Poindexter[]
- "We just got the call. Murdock's at the Bulletin."
"What about Jasper Evans?"
"Nelson didn't say, but doing this at the newspaper means they want it as public as possible." - ―Ray Nadeem and Tammy Hattley[src]
Following the end of the investigation into Benjamin Poindexter, Hattley and Winn decided to suspend Poindexter. Before he turned in his badge and gun, Hattley told him to think of it as a paid vacation.
Hattley was working when Ray Nadeem walked into her office. She was quick to inform him that his credit score was better and she could finally promote him. Although he was thankful, he was more worried about another thing. He explained that Foggy Nelson met with him saying Matt Murdock would turn himself in if Nadeem heard a testimony from Jasper Evans. Hattley remarked that she heard that name before and Nadeem explained he was in jail. However, Nadeem checked the logs and he was now let free. Hattley realized that could be proof that Wilson Fisk was playing them. Although she was intrigued, she told Nadeem she thought it was a bluff.[6]
Aftermath[]
Jasper Evans never got to talk as he was killed by Daredevil in an attack. Nadeem went to talk to the warden who let Evans out of jail and reported back to Hattley who stated her worry that Wilson Fisk was manipulating them.[7]
Kingpin's Agent[]
- "Do you understand your situation now? Ray? You get this?"
"Yeah, boss. I understand."
"I'm not your boss anymore. Wilson Fisk is." - ―Tammy Hattley and Ray Nadeem[src]
Hattley was contacted by Ray Nadeem who wanted to arrange a meeting with her and Winn to discuss the case outside of the Headquarters. She allowed Nadeem to meet with her at her house, where Hattley greeted him and Winn. As Hattley asked Allison to leave the house, Winn officially conducted an interview with the Special Agent and the SAC, on the rights of the member of the Office of Professional Responsibility.
For the record, Nadeem claimed that Wilson Fisk was currently engaged in a criminal conspiracy and has manipulated the FBI into becoming his unwitting accomplice. Also, Nadeem stated that Fisk corrupted Benjamin Poindexter to make him his ally and ordered him to perpetrate the attack on the New York Bulletin Building. Hattley was made nervous by Nadeem's statement while Winn asked for proof and then Nadeem showed him his wound, where he commented that he was shot by Poindexter.
Nadeem stated that OPR needed to start an internal investigation into Poindexter, Fisk and every agent manipulated by him. He added that he takes full responsibility as the agent who ran Fisk's detail, and this should not fall on Hattley, who did everything by the book. Nearing the end of the confession, Hattley informed Nadeem that she had to place him on administrative leave immediately. Nadeem understood and turned in his sidearm and badge, assuring her that he will cooperate fully.
Hattley reveals herself to be a corrupt agent
Before Winn could decide what to do next, Hattley suddenly grabbed Nadeem's sidearm and shot Winn several times, making it look like Winn was killed by him. Turning off the recorder, Hattley demanded Nadeem sit down and stay still while she was handing his sidearm with Nadeem's fingerprints and the recording to Felix Manning. She then assured shocked Nadeem that now he had to work for Fisk, just like her and several other agents.
Returning to the headquarters with Nadeem, Hattley officially stated in front of agents that Poindexter was officially reinstated in his position as the FBI agent. She allowed Poindexter to thank every agent at the headquarters, especially Nadeem, saying that someday he will pay him back for everything he did. Hattley then led Nadeem to the conference room where she presented him to other agents corrupted by Fisk: Arinori, Ramsey, Wellers, O'Connor, Johnson and Markham. Hattley then handed Poindexter information about Fisk's next order: apprehend John Hammer, Everett Ross, Latimer Zyl, Sophia Carter and Rosalie Carbone, and bring them to the Red Fish Blue Restaurant.
Hattley explains how she was coerced by Fisk
Together with Nadeem, Hattley arrived at the Presidential Hotel, where Nadeem asked her why she was working for Fisk. Hattley told Nadeem to stay still at the elevator, as Fisk was watching them. She then confessed that Fisk had her child killed, which forced her to turn herself to him, in order to keep her daughter safe. Nadeem then asked Hattley why she did not contact Homeland Security instead of surrendering herself to Fisk.
Hattley bringing Ray Nadeem to the Kingpin
Hattley then informed Nadeem that Fisk planned everything a long time ago, as he made Saanvi Nadeem losing her health coverage to make Nadeem desperate for promotion. Arriving at Fisk's suite, they faced Fisk himself in his secret room. Hattley went to remove Fisk's ankle monitor but he insisted Nadeem do that instead. Nadeem was then ordered to drive Fisk and Poindexter to the restaurant to meet with arrested criminal bosses.[2]
Fisk's Statement[]
- "The deputy AG has ruled that you continue to be a valuable DOJ asset who deserves ongoing protection. Because they're terrified of the PR hit if you get killed."
"Thank you, Agent Hattley. That will be all." - ―Tammy Hattley and Wilson Fisk[src]
Hattley was forced to let Wilson Fisk free as the attorneys deemed him falsely accused. Fisk thanked her as she let him go.[8]
Ray Nadeem's Testimony[]
Covering Nadeem's Murder[]
- "It wasn't your fault, Seema. Ray fooled a lot of people. Nobody here blames you or Sami. You're still part of the FBI family. We'll give you the room, take all the time you need."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Seema Nadeem[src]
Following the murder of Ray Nadeem, Hattley went in front of reporters, stating that Nadeem was a threat and pulled a gun, resisted arrest and forced agents to shoot in self defense. She also claimed Winn was a bad man too. Seema Nadeem showed up saying that Ray was a monster. She asked for Foggy Nelson as her lawyer. Hattley stepped out and Benjamin Poindexter told her to suck it up. Hattley responded saying she was only doing it because she had to.[9]
Battle at the Presidential Hotel[]
Hattley informs Wilson Fisk about security issues
- "Please, don't."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Benjamin Poindexter[src]
Hattley was present at the Presidential Hotel, running the FBI security routines for Wilson Fisk and Vanessa Marianna's wedding. She informed Fisk during his slow dance with Marianna that they were under attack, as several of her agents were being incapacitated by an unknown assailant. During this time, Hattley saw on her phone Ray Nadeem's dying declaration, which Karen Page had uploaded online, that implicated her in Fisk's crimes.
Hattley is shot by Benjamin Poindexter
At that moment, Benjamin Poindexter, dressed as Daredevil, crashed the wedding party and attempted to kill Marianna, until the real Daredevil intervened. While Hattley covered Fisk and Marianna's escape to their penthouse suite, she and several of the guards fought Poindexter while the guest attendees began to flee. After Poindexter downed the guards with various pieces of cutlery, he shot Hattley in the gut while she was down on the ground. When she begged for her life, Poindexter took the shot to kill her, only to find that the gun he was using was empty. He walked away, while whipping the gun at Hattley's head with expert precision, knocking her out.[9]
Turning State Witness[]
- "So, I guess you guys heard, Special Agent in Charge Hattley flipped. She corroborated Ray's dying declaration."
- ―Karen Page to Matt Murdock and Foggy Nelson[src]
As soon as both Kingpin and Benjamin Poindexter were defeated after a fight with Daredevil, a New York City Police Department SWAT team led by Brett Mahoney stormed the Presidential Hotel. Hattley, as well as Poindexter, Fisk, and every single FBI agent on his payroll were arrested by the NYPD. Understanding that Fisk is now behind bars and unable to hurt her daughter anymore, Hattley decided to corroborate Ray Nadeem's dying declaration, which helped Blake Tower and NYPD to take down Fisk's criminal network.[9]
Personality[]
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- "The lies that keep us safe are the ones worth telling."
- ―Tammy Hattley to Ray Nadeem[src]
To be added
Abilities[]
- Master Tactician: Hattley was the special agent in charge at the FBI and oversaw missions for her branch. She refused to give Ray Nadeem the raise he wanted due to his credit score as it could be comprising. When Nadeem came to her with the idea of using Wilson Fisk to give them tips about other crimes, Hattley allowed it as she was secretely being coerced by Fisk. She also suspended Benjamin Poindexter in order to compromise him and make him vulnerable for Fisk. Additionally, she called in Felix Manning to oversee Nadeem's explanation of how he believed Fisk was corrupting them. This allowed Manning to take everything from there and frame Nadeem for the murder of Agent Winn.
- Expert Marksman: Hattley regularly carried a gun for her duties in the FBI. She used her gun to swiftly shoot Winn in the head at point blank range. She also tried to shoot Benjamin Poindexter, but was knocked out before she could do so.
Equipment[]
Weapons[]
- Glock 17: Hattley carried this handgun as her standard service sidearm. However, she used Ray Nadeem's gun to shoot and kill Agent Winn when Nadeem exposed Wilson Fisk's criminal conspiracy, in order to have leverage against him and coerce him into working for Fisk, handing the gun to Felix Manning for safekeeping. She also attempted to reach her gun when Benjamin Poindexter attacked the Presidential Hotel during Fisk's wedding, but Poindexter shot her in the side.
Facilities[]
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- Hattley Residence: To be added
- New York City FBI Office: To be added
- Presidential Hotel: To be added
Relationships[]
Family[]
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Enemies[]
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Appearances[]
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References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Daredevil: 3.04: Blindsided
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Daredevil: 3.09: Revelations
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.01: Resurrection
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.02: Please
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.03: No Good Deed
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.06: The Devil You Know
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.07: Aftermath
- ↑ Daredevil: 3.11: Reunion
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 Daredevil: 3.13: A New Napkin