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The New York City Police Department (NYPD), officially the City of New York Police Department, is the primary law enforcement agency within New York City. Established on May 23, 1845, the NYPD is the largest, and one of the oldest, municipal police departments in the United States.
Contact Us. Below is a list of important NYPD phone numbers. Emergency: 911. Non-Emergency: 311. NYPD General Inquiries: 646-610-5000. Sex Crimes Report Line: 212-267-7273. Crime Stoppers: 800-577-TIPS. Crime Stoppers (Spanish): 888-57-PISTA. Missing Persons Case Status: 212-694-7781.
Additionally, you will find useful links for NYPD services, such as obtaining a vehicle collision report, applying online for permits and licenses, and scheduling an appointment with department personnel.
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The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is the largest and one of the oldest municipal police departments in the United States, with approximately 36,000 officers and 19,000 civilian employees. For more insight into the demographics of the Department, please see recent demographics here.
The NYPD is structured around bureaus and major offices that contain the department's enforcement, investigative, and administrative functions. Each bureau is headed by a chief or deputy commissioner who is appointed by the Police Commissioner and oversees the numerous functions of his or her divisions, units, and squads. The bureaus include:
Each police precinct is responsible for the safety of its residents, workers, and visitors—enforcing the law, preserving peace, and reducing fear—and working in partnership with the communities they serve.
