When the public needs help, they call the police. When the police need help, they call ESU. Emergency Service Unit detectives recently saved a distraught woman on a rooftop 54-stories up using their rope rescue skills. If you, or someone you know are experiencing a crisis, know that you are not alone. Help is available, and you have options. Click here for more info: https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/suicide-prevention.page Watch the body-worn-camera footage of the rescue⬇️ | NYP

Fantastic job by our ESU officers for using their training in crisis communication and team tactics to save man who was threatening to jump from the RFK Bridge in Manhattan on Sunday afternoon. After the officers rescued the man, he was transported to a local hospital to receive medical help. If you are in a crisis help is available – you are not alone. You can call the Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text HELLO to 741741. Always call 911 for an emergency. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-8

A career as an NYPD Police Officer comes with full benefits, a salary of over $100K after 5 ½ years, and eligibility for retirement with a pension after 22 years of service. | NYPD

Last Tuesday, in the early morning hours, officers from the NYPD 1st Precinct were flagged down by someone stating a man was in the water and needed help. The officers immediately sprang into action, and with the assistance of a good Samaritan, they were able to pull the man to safety. | NYPD