NYPD staffing across key western Manhattan precincts has declined sharply since 2019, with reductions of up to 35%, as reported by City Council Member Erik Bottcher. Precincts such as the 6th and 10th have seen significant cuts that hinder their ability to respond effectively to lower-priority 911 calls and maintain community engagement. Bottcher has formally requested Mayor Adams and NYPD Commissioner Tisch to restore the officer count to pre-pandemic levels, emphasizing that residents seek consistent visibility rather than increased enforcement. This staff shortage has led to increased burnout and reliance on overtime, impacting overall service delivery.
NYPD staffing levels have plunged by as much as 35% across key precincts in western Manhattan since 2019, impacting community policing and response times.
Council Member Erik Bottcher urges city officials to restore officer headcount to pre-pandemic levels to enhance community safety and policing effectiveness.
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