64K views · 2.2K reactions | The two detectives who used their training and crisis communication skills to help rescue a man from a ledge atop the George Washington Bridge have been partners in the NYPD's Emergency Service Unit for more than a decade. When they're conducting a rescue together the two detectives know each other's next move, making them a powerful team. An NYPD helicopter caught this rescue from above, a joint operation with the Port Authority Police Department. | NYPD | Facebook

The NYPD detective shortage isn’t just a staffing issue — it’s a crisis. Hundreds of detectives have retired in 2025, and the impact is being felt across every borough. Fewer investigators. Slower casework. More victims left waiting for justice. The National FOP continues to advocate for better recruitment, retention, and support for the officers who carry the weight of public safety on their backs. Because when the system fails them, it fails all of us. #NYPD #BackTheBlue #DetectiveShortage #FO