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“I bled for this city and I’d do it again tomorrow.” Powerful words from Lieutenant Richard Mack as he left the hospital today after being viciously attacked on the #BrooklynBridge. @NYPDnews @NYPDShea @NYPDChiefofDept @NYPDChiefPatrol @NYPDDCA @NYPDSpecialops #NYPD
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The windows are breaking in #NYC! A graffiti arrest in the #Bronx turns into shots fired at your cops. There is and has always been a direct correlation between Quality of Life violations and more serious crimes. By the grace of God our cops weren’t hurt.
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Two Louisville police officers have been shot during riots tonight. We pray for their recovery and for every officer working across the country.
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Say a prayer for our @NYPD32Pct brother who is fighting for his life.
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Today we laid to rest our brother Police Officer Anastasios Tsakos. May God grant him eternal peace.
NYPD Chief of Department
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It’s 10:00 in the morning. 6 people have been shot today with one dead. Last night a Police Officer was shot three times by a known gang member. Please pray for our brother’s recovery. #NewYork
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Today we laid to rest Detective First Grade Wilbert Mora. A hero who laid down his life for his fellow New Yorkers and who in death was able to give new life to five people. We will #NeverForget his sacrifice.
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Amazing speech by @NYCPBA President Pat Lynch at the #RNC. He echoes the sentiments of police officers all across our great nation! 🇺🇸
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Proud to stand with ⁦@EspositoforNY⁩ in her bid for Lieutenant Governor. She’ll help get #NewYork back on track. Vote ⁦for her and @leemzeldin⁩ in this critical election.
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Please keep our Lieutenant who was shot in your prayers. Thank you for all the well wishes and thank you to the @FDNY EMS teams, the @NYPDnews police officers on the scene and the doctors, nurses and staff of Elmhurst Hospital for all they did to save our Lieutenant’s life.
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Earlier today while cops were being assaulted on the #BrooklynBridge the @NYCMayor signed the @NYCCouncil ‘s reckless and irresponsible “Diaphragm Bill” into law. Effectively handcuffing your police officers!
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Truly one of New York’s Finest! A life long New Yorker dedicated to the people of his city. @FoxNews @NYPDnews #NewYorkCity
Terence Monahan
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Amazing job by these heroes! Truly New York’s Finest. These officers saved people’s lives and we all owe them a debt of gratitude.
NYC PBA
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A @CapitolPolice officer has lost his life in today’s attack at the Capitol. We pray for him, his family and his colleagues.
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Last night’s shooting of two #newyorkcity Police Officers should outrage citizens and politicians. The silence speaks volumes about the new normal in this city.
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You made the laws! You defunded the NYPD! How dare you blame police officers for the violence on the streets? You and Eric “Fireworks” Adams’ investigation will find out very quickly that you set the tone for community members to be shot. Own it @RitchieTorres and @BKBoroHall!
The summertime surge in shootings has all but doubled in NYC. Fewer gun arrests, fewer gun cases solved, slower response times to gun violence: are these signs of an @NYPDnews slowdown? @BKBoroHall & I are calling for an independent investigation to answer that very question.
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Watch how a politician who defunded the police now tries to run from the defund the police movement. You can’t run from the truth ⁦@JustinBrannan⁩!! Vote for ⁦@AriKagan47⁩ in the upcoming ⁦@NYCCouncil⁩ election.
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Two years ago @maxrose4ny marched with the defund the police crowd. Now he talks about public safety. #NYC deserves better than flip flopping politicians who care more about being elected than they do about your safety. Just drop out Max! Vote for ⁦@NMalliotakis⁩!
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We need law and order restored to #NewYork. The way to do that is to get to the polls! We have proudly endorsed @RepLeeZeldin @EspositoforNY @michaelhenry4ag @NMalliotakis @ANTHONYDESPO among others. #NYC
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This is #NewYorkCity in the middle of a weekday afternoon. When are the politicians going to admit to New Yorkers that their policies and the demonization of the police are to blame?
Eyewitness News
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Two unfortunate common themes in #NewYorkCity these days... innocent bystanders shot and a lack of consequences for shooters. The current state of the criminal justice system does absolutely nothing to protect good citizens and crime victims.
.@NYPDShea shares details of the shooting in Times Square tonight that left 3 people injured, including a 4-year-old.
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A giant of New York City, our former Chief of Department Joseph Esposito will be sorely missed. A son of Brooklyn, he dedicated his life to serving the citizens of New York not only with the Police Department, but with OEM and the Department of Buildings. May he rest peacefully.
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Police Officer Jason Rivera died a hero, but more importantly, he lived a hero. We’re proud to stand with our @NYCPBA brothers and sisters to honor Jason’s sacrifice.
Today the #BlueLine was almost a mile long and 30 bodies deep. We do it because P.O. Jason Rivera would done the same for each of us.
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We mourn the loss of a Hero today. Police Officer Jason Rivera gave his life in service to the City of New York. God bless this man and may He watch over the Rivera family.
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These are the heroes you purposely didn’t acknowledge. It must not fit your agenda. Heroism wins over ideology every time @MarkLevineNYC.
NYPD NEWS
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On one of the darkest days in the history of the #NYPD two men became heroes. Their sacrifice to our city will never be forgotten.
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Since Friday #NewYorkCity has seen 29 people shot. 6 killed. 4 drive by shootings. 6 people stabbed or slashed. When are the politicians going to admit that their policies are failing the citizens of our city?
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While our lieutenant was in surgery today because of Quran Campbell’s vicious attack on the #BrooklynBridge, Judge Robert Rosenthal recklessly released him without bail! #NoConsequences Campbell is back on your streets #NYC
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Amazing job by @yonkerspd disarming and arresting this covicted felon who was carrying a .40 caliber handgun. He fired five shots at the officers while being arrested. If this were in #nyc the cops could be charged under the reckless diaphragm law. Complete Insanity! @NYCCouncil
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We’re proud to endorse you as you have been a strong supporter of your law enforcement officers! We look forward to working with you!
Another #NYPD union has endorsement! If you want law & order, support those who support law enforcement & vote out those who support policies making us less safe! Thank you to @lbanypd and President Lou Turco.
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Earlier today in broad daylight at the crossroads of the world, Times Square, a four year old child was shot along with two other female victims. The violence in #NYC is reaching levels we have not seen in decades. Now, more than ever, #weneedpolice!
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A warm welcome to Lieutenant Pierre-Louis! Back home after a months long battle with COVID.
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Only by the grace of God did our @NYPD71Pct officers escape serious injuries after being shot last night. We pray for their speedy recovery.
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Thank you Nicole!
The race hasn’t been called yet, but Republican @Nmalliotakis has a large lead and declared victory over Democrat @MaxRose4NY. In her speech to supporters, she called out a major theme in the race: support of law enforcement. #NY1Politics LIVE COVERAGE: specne.ws/EwacnA
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Take a good look at a cop killer. He’s now part of the police reform movement. He should be rotting in prison, instead he has an opportunity to give his input on policing. Insulting and despicable. #NewYork
NYPD cop-killer is now helping reform the police in New York trib.al/sJ4K9Dw
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Please keep the @BaltimorePolice officer who was ambushed yesterday and our Lieutenant who was shot and wounded during an off-duty robbery attempt, in your thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time for law enforcement.
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Five Police Officers have been shot in three separate incidents across the country in the last day. Pray for our blue family from @SLMPD, @Chicago_Police and @MiddletownNY.
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That is great news!!
Great News... both of our Deputies from the #ComptonAmbush have been discharged from the hospital and are resting. They both have a long road to recovery and #LASD appreciates your continued prayers and all the support. #LASDStrong
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When no one is held accountable and our politicians and media try to label riots mostly peaceful, this is what you get at Union Square. Officers and civilians injured and property damaged. Laws were broken, there must be consequences. #NYC #UnionSquare dropbox.com/s/7yd2m311ygh6z5…
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Praying our @NYCPBA brother who was shot last night. He’s the SEVENTH police officer to be shot in #NYC in a little over a month.
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17 people have been shot since yesterday. Politicians distract and point to the supply of guns via the Iron Pipeline. The solution is to address the demand. There must be consequences for gun possession. Incarceration works. Suspects roam free while victims suffer. #NYC
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More than two dozen people shot as Labor Day weekend violence includes the shooting of a 6 year old baby and his mother, in what @nycmayor calls a mostly peaceful holiday weekend. Is that peaceful or just an acceptable level of violence?
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We lost a brother today. We mourn the tragic death of Police Officer Anastasios Tsakos of @NYPDHighway Unit 3. A loving husband and father of two young children. Please keep Officer Tsakos, his family, friends and colleagues in your thoughts and prayers.
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FIVE people have been shot since two o’clock this afternoon. That includes the unintended target of two cars shooting at each other and one murder. What’s the plan @NYCMayor @NYCSpeakerCoJo @NYCCouncil?
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The politicians that support these policies clearly don’t remember the bad old days of #NYC. Crime is headed in the wrong direction and our communities are less safe because of politics.
As #NYC crime skyrockets, @NYCMayor & Council are making it increasingly difficult for police to do their job: 👎🏼Defunded #NYPD by 1/6. 👎🏼Eliminated plain clothes anti-crime unit 👎🏼Decriminalized crimes 👎🏼Took away tools used to protect themselves 👎🏼Eliminated qualified immunity.
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We’re witnessing decades of amazing police work being undone by politicians.
The latest version of the New York City chain snatch. Very common in the eighties and early nineties. Another broken window.
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Officer Vargas goes home a hero.
Less than two days after being shot in the back while attempting to make a gun arrest, Officer Vargas is leaving the hospital. We wish him a speedy recovery and thank everyone at @NYCHealthSystem Jacobi Medical Center for all they do.
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The LBA is proud to endorse @NMalliotakis in her run for US Congress. Today we stood in solidarity with other police unions to show her our support. @NYCPBA @NYCPDDEA @SBANYPD @CeaNypd @JoeBorelliNYC
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The unions representing members of your New York City Police Department stand in solidarity during these difficult times. Follow our account @PoliceLabor. @NYCPBA @NYCPDDEA @SBANYPD @CeaNypd
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The war on cops has got to end! People who perpetuate violence against the police know there are NO CONSEQUENCES! Bail Reform, Diaphragm Law, DA’s refusing to prosecute low level crimes are all to blame. Change things with your vote #NewYork! nypost.com/2020/09/26/nypd-l…
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Congratulations to Lieutenant John Lomando of the 122nd Precinct on his well deserved retirement after 37 years of service to #NewYorkCity.
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Please pray for the two @LASDHQ sheriffs that were brutally attacked last night. Ambushed as they sat in their patrol car. There is no place in civil society for this violent behavior.
LA County Sheriffs
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A vote for Nicole is a vote to restore law and order! #vote #newyork
Thank you Mr. President! I appreciate your support and the support of every #NYPD union! Public safety is paramount and, together, we will restore law & order. NicoleForNY.com
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Only by the grace of God was our @NYPDPBBronx Lieutenant, or anyone else, not more seriously injured. Thank you to all who responded to the scene. We wish him a speedy recovery.
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Please take 3:20 of your day to watch this video. You’re going to see a violent gun offender try to murder a lieutenant and his officers. This is a direct result of Bail Reform, Raise the Age, the Diaphragm Law, and DAs abdicating their sworn duties to prosecute all crimes. #NYC
Last night, officers from the @NYPD42Pct were on patrol when they spotted an individual with a firearm. A fierce struggle for the gun ensued, leading to a lieutenant being shot in the ankle. The officers did not return fire as they made the arrest & recovered the loaded gun.
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Today we paid our final respects to Joseph Esposito. The Department’s longest serving Chief of Department, he led us through the city’s darkest times after September 11th. A true hero among us, he was a cop’s cop and friend to so many. He will be missed.
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Freed without bail to continue victimizing New Yorkers, including those sworn to protect. Thanks to judge Denise Johnson.
Replying to @NYPDnews
The suspect had recently been arrested in North Carolina & brought back to NYC for a prior shooting, but was released without bail. He was caught after today's incident on Long Island with the help of @SCPDHq, & faces charges for assaulting an officer. ow.ly/i5D450Ewxfu
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This invitation must be rescinded. This convicted, remorseless cop-killer doesn’t deserve a forum, especially one financed by our tax dollars! @SUNY @Brockport
Disgraceful that @SUNY @Brockport has invited convicted cop-killer Anthony Bottom to speak at its campus. He & his accomplices killed not one, but two, #NYPD officers: PO Jones and Piagentini!  @GovKathyHochul MUST condemn this & the university should rescind invitation. @NYCPBA
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It is only by the grace of God that our @NYCPBA brother was not killed last night. In the last three months, three @NYPDnews officers have been shot, along with many other New Yorkers. The violence only ends when there are consequences for criminal acts.
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Amazing strength shown by Genesis while she shared her mother’s story. We will #NeverForget the sacrifice of PO Miosotis Familia.
Genesis Familia, daughter of hero PO Miosotis Familia, spoke about her mother today and the sacrifice that she made to hundreds of supporters at the Back the Blue rally on Long Island this afternoon. Her words should be heard by all NYers about the sacrifices our cops make.
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You find a lawful arrest “incredibly disturbing?” Then how would you describe the meteoric rise in shootings and murders in #NYC? What would you say to each of the families of the victims? Your silence speaks volumes. WE need answers @NYCSpeakerCoJo!
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@NMalliotakis has your safety at the top of her priority list! Listen to her statement. We thank her for her passion and support!
The Democrats say they don’t support defunding the police...this is their chance to show it!
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Thank you to the @mets and @yankees for honoring the memories of our fallen heroes. #NeverForget.
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This is the new #NYC! Unruly mobs assaulting children, protecting the perpetrators and throwing objects at your police officers! It’s time to speak up #NewYork!!!
Despite one newspaper's account, our officers who came to the assistance of an 11-year-old girl being assaulted in Harlem on Sunday did not stand by. They were met by a large crowd that hurled projectiles at them and had to reposition, then called for additional officers.
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Our Lieutenant was nearly killed by this one man crime wave! Queens judge Denise Johnson freed Newsom without bail after a shooting. When will this madness end? He knows there are no consequences for his actions so the behavior continues. #weneedpolice nypost.com/2021/04/23/freed-…
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Congratulations to Lieutenant Matt Bases on his retirement after 35 years of service. Over 20 as a lieutenant! We wish you all the best and thank you for always sharing your wealth of experience and knowledge. @NYPDPBMN
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The onslaught of violence continued in our communities this weekend. 30 people shot, one killed. Another stabbed to death. Multiple drive by shootings. @TishJames solution? Restrain the police even more. Weak on crime politicians have abandoned our neighborhoods! #WeNeedPolice
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Our deepest condolences to the family of LBA Legislative Director Lou Matarazzo. Lou spent his life dedicated to helping others. His wealth of knowledge and experience is irreplaceable. A great man who will be sorely missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
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POLICE UNIONS UNITE AGAINST STATE SENATE DEMOCRATS NY police unions stand together to endorse candidates for office that support law enforcement and prioritize the safety of their constituents. @nysenategop dropbox.com/s/zn8vhks9z18ctr…
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Chief Chucky Scholl, a fixture in @NYPDBklynSouth and the @NYPD60Pct called it a career today. A great leader and friend, he will be sorely missed. We wish you all the best. Good luck and congratulations!
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Another weekend of stunning violence. 25 people shot including a 15 year old shot by a teenager. 4 people killed. Two more women shot and 2 drive by shootings. Families irrevocably scarred. There was a time when elected officials cared about victims. nypost.com/2021/08/08/nyc-sh…
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Rest peacefully Lieutenant.
Lieutenant Vincent V. Verlezza retired in 1997 from the @NYPDDetectives Special Investigations Division - after 41 years of service. Today, he was laid to rest. May he rest in eternal peace. #NeverForget @NYPDnews @lbanypd
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Well said! Thank you for always being so supportive of your cops, in both your words and actions.
We must #BacktheBlue today and everyday. They deserve our support. Government should be making their jobs easier not undermining their efforts. #NationalNightOut #NYPD
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Thank you for your show of support and generosity. Please repost and share to help our hero’s family. #NeverForget
We've raised about 240k so far for family of fallen NYPD cop Jonathan Diller. I'll match whatever our total raised through midnight today is. store.barstoolsports.com/
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The coalition of police unions from across the state has endorsed these Republicans for NYS Senate. The anti-police rhetoric and pro-criminal agenda ends with your vote! #BackTheBlue #NewYork
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This is a great example of the lawless #NYC created by the @NYCMayor and @NYCCouncil! Things like this don’t happen to them at work so they don’t care. We need elected officials who stand for law and order and advocate for crime victims.
Early this morning, officers from the @NYPD71Pct conducted a car stop. During their investigation, officers determined the driver was not fit to drive and asked him to step out of the vehicle. That's when he put the car in reverse, running over the lieutenant.
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#NewYorkCity Police Officers put their lives on the line to get us through this storm. They are #NewYork and they have families of their own. Hundreds of people were led to safety by our heroes in blue. Thank God for cops!
To all the transit workers, bus drivers, utility workers, food delivery, taxi drivers, FDNY, EMS, sanitation, 911 operators and so many others who got NYC through this storm.... THANK YOU.
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We lost a good one today. Chief Chucky Scholl has passed away. A truly great person who lived life to its fullest and loved his NYPD family. It was an honor to work with him and a blessing to call him a friend. You’ll be sorely missed by all.
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Rest in peace Lieutenant. Thank you for your service to our city and our country. 🇺🇸
Funeral service this morning for Retired Lt. Peter Princi (1988). The 94 year old military veteran was assigned to the old Street Crime Unit. Rest In Peace Lieutenant #Dualservice #1stof2ndPallbearersquad #FidelisAdMortem
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Congratulations to all of those promoted today! Especially those promoted to Lieutenant Commander Detective Squad, Lieutenant Special Assignment and our newly minted Lieutenants.
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It’s time for a change #NewYork!
Crime is skyrocketing. If you don’t like it then VOTE Law & Order. VOTE Republican. @MikeTannousis @MikeWReilly
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In addition to the 12 year old child who was stabbed yesterday, there have been 16 people shot, 4 people murdered and numerous drive-by shootings and shots fired. The citizens of #NYC deserve to live in a safe environment. Remember this at the voting booth!
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In the last 6 days, 36 people were shot, 8 killed, along with 1 stabbed to death. Politicians celebrate Women’s History Month but are silent on the 4 women who were shot. Random drive-by shootings are commonplace again. Pro-criminal reforms are to blame. #NYC
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Congratulations and good luck to Lieutenants Kevin Paynter and Pete Quinn on their retirements! @NYPDDetectives @nypdpbsi
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An 8 YEAR OLD was shot in a drive-by shooting in #NewYorkCity last night. How many more children need to be shot before the ⁦@NYCMayor⁩ and ⁦@NYCCouncil⁩ change the laws that have handcuffed our police? #weneedpolice nypost.com/2021/05/19/8-year…
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Congratulations to our very own ⁦@djace78⁩ Lieutenant Acu Rhodes, on his retirement. He dedicated 26 years to the communities he served and surely made a difference in so many lives. ⁦@NYPD78Pct⁩ ⁦@RockTheBells⁩ ⁦@NYPDnews
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Always a special day at ⁦@NYPDnews⁩. Medal Day honors our heroes who’ve gone above and beyond the call of duty for our city. Congratulations to all!
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In July, 199 people were shot, 18 murdered. 4 stabbed to death. 19 women were shot. There were 15 drive by shootings. ALL IN ONE MONTH!! How many more victims will be sacrificed on the altar of bail reform? Prosecute, judge,incarcerate, repeat. #NYC
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Eric “Fireworks” Adams @BKBoroHall & @RitchieTorres’ schizophrenic approach to policing calls for the end of stop & frisk and to defund the police. NOW they want the police to be proactive and stop “the right people”. More political deflection from their failed policies. @nypost
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