Jessica S. Tisch

Police Officer Alain Schaberger dedicated his life to protecting others — first as a member of the U.S. Navy and then when he joined the NYPD in 2001. He chose to serve this city at a time when the evolving risks of policing had become painfully clear, but he still did this work with dedication and a quiet professionalism.   15 years ago, Officer Schaberger was killed in the line of duty while trying to keep someone else safe. That is the danger that the members of the NYPD face when they put on their uniform and respond to a call for help. May his memory continue to be a blessing.

Irish pride was on full display up and down Fifth Avenue! Today, we marched in the 265th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, honoring Irish heritage and its influence on the culture of our city — especially within the NYPD.

New York City, meet the hero cops who apprehended two individuals charged with ISIS-inspired terrorism last week. Our entire city owes these officers a debt of gratitude. They are a reminder that the safety and security of New York City rests on the judgment and courage of the men and women of the NYPD. On Saturday, March 7, that was on full display. When two IEDs were ignited in the middle of a crowded protest, these officers didn’t step back. They stepped forward without hesitation and without regard for their own safety. They acted on instinct and training to protect people they did not know and would likely never meet. Moments like that remind us what policing truly requires.

30 years ago, NYPD Officer Kevin Gillespie was killed in the line of duty while protecting this city. Officer Gillespie was a husband, father, son, partner, and friend whose life had been defined by service. Before joining the NYPD, he honorably served this country as a Marine. He approached policing with enthusiasm, studied the work, and never hesitated to step forward when something needed to be done. May Kevin Gillespie’s legacy continue to guide the members of the NYPD who now do the work he loved, and may his memory always be a blessing.

Saturdays are for the girls, and I spent this morning with 200 of the most impressive girls in NYC. Thank you to the @girlscoutsnyc for hosting me at your annual GIRL Congress and inspiring me with your passion, creativity, and dedication to empowering young women.

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Today, the NYPD was proud to welcome 968 new police officers to our ranks. This job isn’t easy — it demands focus, determination, and great bravery in the face of unknown dangers. They are joining a department with a long history, a profound responsibility, and a simple mission: to protect the people of this city and uphold the laws that keep it strong. I know these officers are up to the task.

Watch as @NYPDPC, @SDNYNews, and @FBINewYork brief the media on an ongoing investigation. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The NYPD Bomb Squad has conducted a preliminary analysis of a device that was ignited and deployed at a protest yesterday and has determined that it is not a hoax device or a smoke bomb. It is, in fact, an improvised explosive device that could have caused serious injury or death. Further analysis will be conducted, including on a second device. Emir Balat and Ibrahim Kayumi were arrested on scene yesterday and are in custody in connection with this matter. The NYPD is working on this investigation with our partners at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York and the FBI through our Joint Terrorism Task Force. I want to again thank the brave members of the NYPD who ran towards the danger without hesitation and quickly apprehended the suspects.

The NYPD mourns the loss of Police Officer Sorffly Davius, who passed away yesterday as a result of a medical episode while deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Epic Fury. Officer Davius served in the 42nd Infantry Division in the U.S. Army National Guard and rose to the rank of Major. In 2014, he began his service with the NYPD where he was assigned to the 79th Precinct. Today, and always, we keep his family in our thoughts and prayers. May we never forget Officer Davius’ sacrifice and may his memory be a blessing.

I always speak about the police running towards danger when everyone else runs away — that happened today. Officers ran towards a man carrying an ignited suspicious device. They put the safety of others above their own. Today, as always, I thank them for their noble service.

RT @NYPDnews: Watch as @NYPDPC and NYPD executives brief the media on an ongoing investigation. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Today was a historic day for the NYPD and for all of New York City as we swore in His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan and Reverend A.R. Bernard as the Co-Chief Chaplains of the New York City Police Department.   For decades, these two righteous men have shaped the moral and religious landscape of this city. Now, it is our great honor that they will serve as the spiritual guides for the men and women of the NYPD, serving alongside our officers and making sure the weight of this work is never theirs to carry alone. Our Chief Chaplains are entrusted with reminding this department who we are at our best and calling us back to that standard when we fall short.

Once again, the NYPD is demonstrating how targeted, data-driven policing is reducing crime and keeping communities safe. ny1.com/nyc/all-boroug…

The NYPD continues to closely monitor the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East. Following the mass shooting in Austin, Texas, and as Jewish communities celebrate Purim, we will maintain enhanced high-visibility patrols to sensitive locations citywide. This is due to the heightened threat environment and out of an abundance of caution. As always, we remind the public to remain vigilant and notify the NYPD of suspicious activity by calling 1-888-NYC-SAFE or 911.

Police work depends on the strength of our relationships with the communities we serve, and no one has done more to invest in those relationships than our new Deputy Commissioner of Community Affairs, Alden Foster. Alden first started at the NYPD more than 25 years ago as an unpaid intern. He cares deeply about this city and the NYPD, and I was proud to promote him to this new role.   We also recognized the men and women of the NYPD who perform at the highest level and set the standard for this department. This is one of the most demanding and dangerous professions in the world, and they do it with unmatched strength and nobility.

The NYPD is closely monitoring events in Iran and the Middle East and coordinating with our federal and international partners. As is our protocol and out of an abundance of caution, we will be enhancing patrols to sensitive locations throughout the city, including diplomatic, cultural, religious, and other relevant sites. As always, we remind the public to remain vigilant and notify the NYPD of suspicious activity by calling 1-888-NYC-SAFE or 911.

On the 33rd anniversary of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, we honored the lives we lost and the courage of those who answered the call without hesitation. Our commitment to keep NYC safe and strong against those who seek to harm us remains unwavering.

The NYPD is home to nearly 4,000 uniformed and civilian members of Dominican descent, and last night, I was proud to celebrate Dominican Independence Day with so many of them and the New York Dominican Officers Organization. The story of Dominican independence — rooted in resilience and self-determination — lives on in the culture and pride that we see in so many areas across New York City and this department. Thank you to @NYDO_1993 for playing a crucial role in creating pathways for the next generation of Dominican officers and strengthening bonds between the NYPD and this community.

The NYPD is aware of certain videos taken earlier today in Washington Square Park showing individuals attacking cops. I want to be very clear: The behavior depicted is disgraceful, and it is criminal. Our detectives are investigating this matter.