The NYPD Emergency Service Unit (ESU) – Emergency Medical Squad (EMS) is a specialized division within the New York City Police Department dedicated to providing rapid-response emergency services throughout the five boroughs. Operating at the critical intersection of law enforcement and public safety, the EMS team is extensively trained in both tactical law enforcement operations and advanced emergency medical care. These highly skilled officers are deployed in diverse situations such as hostage rescues, search and rescue missions, mass casualty incidents, and critical care transport.

What sets the ESU EMS apart is its dual-role capacity—each member is both a certified police officer and an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic, allowing a unique and immediate approach to high-risk incidents where lives may hang in the balance. The unit is equipped with specialized vehicles and advanced life-saving technology to support field treatment and safe transport. Whether responding to hazardous material situations, natural disasters, or medical emergencies within high-threat environments, the NYPD Emergency Medical Squad performs with precision, speed, and professionalism.

As an integral part of New York City’s emergency response infrastructure, the squad not only safeguards the public during crises but also exemplifies a commitment to ongoing training, inter-agency collaboration, and community protection.

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Key Services:

– Emergency medical response for high-risk law enforcement operations
– Advanced life support and critical care field treatment
– Tactical medical support during SWAT/rescue missions
– Mass casualty incident management
– Specialized rescue operations (collapsed structures, confined spaces, etc.)
– Immediate response to hazardous materials incidents
– Medical evacuation and transport support
– Collaboration with NYPD and other public safety agencies