NYPD
The New York City Police Department (NYPD), established in 1845, stands as the largest municipal police force in the United States, boasting approximately 36,000 officers and 19,000 civilian employees. Responsible for safeguarding an 8.5-million-strong populace, the NYPD undertakes a multifaceted role encompassing public safety, law enforcement, traffic management, counterterrorism, and emergency response. Over the past quarter-century, the department has achieved remarkable reductions in both violent and property crime, earning New York City the distinction of having the lowest major crime rate among the nation’s 25 largest cities.
Structured into major bureaus for enforcement, investigations, and administration, the NYPD operates through 77 patrol precincts manned by patrol officers and detectives covering the entire city. In addition, it oversees 12 transit districts to police the extensive subway system and nine police service areas (PSAs) dedicated to safeguarding public housing developments, accommodating over 400,000 residents. Uniformed civilians fulfill crucial roles as traffic safety agents on bustling city streets, patrolling highways, and as school safety agents, ensuring the protection of over a million students attending public schools.
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Congressman Bowman Calls for More Support for Migrants in New York
Yonkers Congressman Jamaal Bowman joined other New York elected officials in calling for more support for migrants and refugees seeking asylum in the state.
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Former High School Teacher Arrested for Child Sexual Exploitation and Child Pornography
Former teacher Sandy Carazas-Pinez was arrested on charges of enticing a minor victim to engage in sexual activity and production of child pornography.
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Migrants Relocating to Yonkers Causing Mixed Reactions
With potentially hundreds of migrants set to stay in Yonkers for upwards of a year, some residents and officials are worried about the costs and risks.
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Fitness Model NYPD Cop from Yonkers Allegedly Protected Drug Dealer Boyfriend
NYPD officer, Alisa Bajraktarevic of Yonkers, allegedly tried to stop detectives from searching her presumed drug dealer boyfriend.
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Terror Suspect in Plot to Assassinate Police and Mayor Arrested in Morning Raid
Federal agents raided the home of Ridon Kola; after threats of murder to police during the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Yonkers.
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Body Found Dead in Van Cortlandt Park
A deceased body of a presumed homeless man was discovered in Van Cortlandt Park bordering The Bronx on Saturday, December 17.