52K views · 137 reactions | NYPD Medal Day Today, we honored those who gave their lives for the people of NYC and officers whose extraordinary courage and skill carried them through situations that would have panicked most other people. Due to their training, heroism, and commitment to protecting both New Yorkers and visitors, they were recognized as some of the finest law enforcement officers in the world. | NYPD | Facebook

ALWAYS TRAINING, ALWAYS READY TO PROTECT NYC The video demonstrates how the NYPD continually trains in a variety of conditions and scenarios to ensure we are prepared and ready during a variety of crisis situations. Here you can see our Aviation Unit working with members of the Emergency Services Unit at our training facility in Brooklyn. | NYPD

90K views · 1.6K reactions | After 6 months of Police Academy training, "Gun & Shield Day" is both a memorable and proud day for recruits. On this day they receive their firearm and shields before officially graduating the academy. For Probationary Police Officer Senft it was a special day because he received the same shield that both his father and grandfather wore as police officers. He hopes to follow in their footsteps and continue the legacy. | NYPD | Facebook