New York City Police Department

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Teen suspects throw explosive devices at NYC protest
military conflicts Mar 18, 2026, 12:18 PM
Teen suspects throw explosive devices at NYC protest
  • Ibrahim Kayumi and Emir Balat are accused of throwing homemade bombs at a New York City protest on March 7, 2026.
  • The incident is being investigated as a case of ISIS-inspired terrorism, with alarming intentions revealed from one suspect.
  • Law enforcement and the FBI are actively investigating to understand the full scope of the suspects' motivations and connections.
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Ex-NYPD officers face federal charges for robbing sex worker
society Mar 10, 2026, 6:14 PM
Ex-NYPD officers face federal charges for robbing sex worker
  • Two former NYPD officers are indicted on federal charges for violating the rights of a sex worker.
  • The officers initially faced state charges that were dismissed due to procedural issues.
  • The case highlights the challenges of police misconduct and the need for accountability.
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Men face charges for throwing explosives at NYC protest near Gracie Mansion
military conflicts Mar 9, 2026, 5:56 PM
Men face charges for throwing explosives at NYC protest near Gracie Mansion
  • Two suspects faced federal charges after allegedly throwing explosive devices at a protest near Gracie Mansion on March 7.
  • Explosive devices were confirmed as functional and posed serious risks to public safety during the protests.
  • Mayor Mamdani stated that NYC will not tolerate any form of violence related to protests.
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NYPD officer dies while serving in Kuwait
military conflicts Mar 8, 2026, 10:11 PM
NYPD officer dies while serving in Kuwait
  • Sorffly Davius, a New York City police officer, died while deployed in Kuwait.
  • He was part of the 42nd Infantry Division and had a distinguished military service.
  • His loss reflects the sacrifices made by military personnel serving in dangerous zones.
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Snowball fight morphs into criminal charges against suspect
society Feb 24, 2026, 8:35 PM
Snowball fight morphs into criminal charges against suspect
  • The NYPD reported injuries to officers after being hit by ice and snow during a snowball fight.
  • Mayor Zohran Mamdani described the attackers as merely 'kids' and suggested they shouldn't face charges.
  • The incident raises broader concerns about respect for law enforcement and community behavior in NYC.
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NYPD officers hospitalized after being attacked with snowballs
society Feb 24, 2026, 8:31 AM
NYPD officers hospitalized after being attacked with snowballs
  • NYPD officers responded to a disorderly group at Washington Square Park.
  • Some officers were injured and hospitalized after being hit by snowballs.
  • Police unions are calling for accountability and prosecution of those involved.
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Police sergeant claims shielded colleagues while causing death in cooler throw incident
society Feb 3, 2026, 4:24 PM
Police sergeant claims shielded colleagues while causing death in cooler throw incident
  • Erik Duran claims he was trying to protect his colleagues when he threw a cooler at Eric Duprey.
  • Duprey, who was fleeing officers, crashed his scooter and suffered fatal injuries.
  • Duran faces serious legal repercussions, with a maximum of 25 years in prison if convicted.
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NYPD officer Freddy Cerpa saves choking 2-year-old boy in the Bronx
society Feb 1, 2026, 4:14 PM
NYPD officer Freddy Cerpa saves choking 2-year-old boy in the Bronx
  • On January 16, NYPD Officer Freddy Cerpa assisted in rescuing a 2-year-old boy who was choking in the Bronx.
  • Cerpa's timely intervention follows his previous rescue of a choking 1-year-old girl in December.
  • The successful rescue of these children underscores the critical role of first responders in emergencies.
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Woman charged with attempted murder after stabbing tourist in Macy's restroom
society Dec 12, 2025, 11:41 AM
Woman charged with attempted murder after stabbing tourist in Macy's restroom
  • The victim, a 39-year-old woman from California, was attacked while changing her child's diaper in a restroom.
  • Kerri Aherne was arrested and charged with multiple offenses including attempted murder.
  • The incident has raised concerns about public safety in urban environments.
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Jessica Tisch continues as NYPD commissioner under controversial mayor-elect
politics Nov 19, 2025, 1:00 AM
Jessica Tisch continues as NYPD commissioner under controversial mayor-elect
  • Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has chosen to retain Jessica Tisch as Police Commissioner of New York City.
  • Tisch has previously led successful initiatives in reducing crime and rooting out corruption within the NYPD.
  • Their partnership is expected to navigate the challenges of public safety while addressing differing views on policing.
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