NYPD Community Affairs

2025: The safest year on the NYC subway system since 2009, excluding the pandemic years. ⬇️ 4% decrease in overall transit crime ⬇️ 63% decrease in shootings ⬇️ Lowest level of robberies ever Strategically deployed cops ➡️ Safer rides

Our precision policing zone strategy significantly reduced crime. ⬇️ 3% decrease in major crime citywide ⬇️ 20.2% drop in murders ⬇️ 10% drop in robberies ⬇️ 4% drop in burglaries ⬇️ 5% decline in auto theft ⬇️ 2% decline in grand larceny Safer streets in every borough.

🏆 Record-setting low 688 shootings citywide ⬇️ 10% less than 2018 (688 v. 754) ⬇️ 24% less than 2024 (688 v. 904) An historic low 856 shooting victims ⬇️ 5% less than 2018 (856 v. 897) ⬇️ 22% less than 2024 (856 v. 1103)

Watch as @NYPDPC briefs the media on record-low crime in 2025 with @NYCMayor and @KathyHochul x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The NYPD Community Affairs Bureau had the honor of celebrating the arrival of 2026 with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community at the ball drop. We express our deepest gratitude to Throggs Neck Community Church for hosting a delightful dinner and making this night truly unforgettable. Together, we embraced inclusivity and joy within our community!

Our Community Outreach Division, Bronx hosted an amazing annual Jingle Ball event.🎄✨ Children enjoyed meeting Santa, receiving wonderful treats, and sharing plenty of smiles — it’s what the holiday season is all about. We’re proud to continue building strong relationships within our community.

Our NYPD Community Affairs Bureau Sleigh Ride wrapped up its final day visiting Staten Island and Brooklyn, bringing smiles to families across our communities. 🎁❄️ Thank you @nycpolicefdtn , @NYCToysforTots , @1strcf & @NYMCU_News #BuildingASaferCityTogether

Last week, our Youth Strategies Division, Manhattan North, hosted a Youth Resource Fair at Thurgood Marshall Academy, opening doors to career pathways and resources for students.

Our NYPD Community Affairs Bureau Sleigh Ride continues through the heart of Queens, spreading holiday cheer and gifts to children across the borough. Thank you @nycpolicefdtn , @NYCToysforTots , @1strcf & @NYMCU_News for making this season brighter! #BuildingASaferCityTogether

The recent promotion ceremony recognized many members, Detective through Chief, and marked a proud moment for us all. Their well-earned achievements were celebrated by family, friends, and colleagues. Each title and rank reflects years of service to the communities they serve.

Last week, the Community Affairs Section,  48th Precinct hosted its annual Christmas Toy Drive, bringing families together for a festive afternoon filled with smiles and holiday cheer. Children received toys to celebrate the season while families enjoyed a joyful atmosphere that continues to make this yearly event a special holiday tradition.

Community Affairs had a wonderful time at our annual Christmas dinner giveaway, spreading holiday cheer to our extended families and building community! 🎄✨ Thanks to the incredible support of the @nygiantscr and the @sl1msl8y, we were able to bring smiles and gifts to so many families. We’re grateful to @nycpolicefdtn & @fjpine, who helped make this event possible, and we look forward to continuing our mission of support and service. #BuildingAsafercitytogether

It was all smiles for hundreds of kids as Santa brought in NY’s Finest to deliver holiday cheer! The annual @NYPDCommAffairs Sleigh Ride event covers all five boroughs across three days to distribute toys to children and get our entire city into the holiday spirit.

The 2025 Sleigh Ride is an annual event that brings holiday joy to children. It is made possible by the coordinated efforts of @nycpolicefdtn, @NYCToysforTots, @1strcf, volunteers, and team members to ensure the kids have a memorable and fun experience.

Last week, our Community Outreach Division hosted a Meet & Greet with Santa, giving families and children the chance to enjoy a festive afternoon filled with holiday cheer, smiles, and memorable moments with officers.

What a great way to kick off the holidays! Our @NYPD94Pct Community Affairs cohosted a Gingerbread House Workshop with the students and families of MS 577.

We gathered in the spirit of unity and light as Hanukkah is upon us. Members of the @NYPDSHOMRIMSOCI came together to mark the third night of the Festival of Lights, embracing tradition, reflection, and community. As we honor the legacy of the late Dr. Rabbi Alvin Kass, may his memory be a blessing, we reaffirm the values of faith, service, and togetherness that continue to guide us. Wishing a peaceful, meaningful, and joyous Hanukkah to all who celebrate.

Following another successful year of collaboration between the NYPD and the City's District Attorneys' Offices, a total of 821 firearms were voluntarily surrendered through the NYC Gun Buyback Program.

Attention all NYS Registered vehicle owners. The NYPD's Crime Prevention Division will be providing auto safety tips for all vehicle owners. NYPD Auto Crime will be offering free catalytic converter etching to all NYS registered vehicles.