The New York City Police Department’s 71st Precinct serves the central Brooklyn communities, including Crown Heights and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. As part of the nation’s largest police force, the 71st Precinct works diligently to maintain public safety, reduce crime, and build stronger relationships within the local community. The precinct offers a variety of essential police services, such as patrol operations, crime prevention, and emergency response.

In addition to traditional law enforcement duties, the precinct is actively involved with community engagement efforts, including local youth outreach programs, neighborhood meetings, and crime prevention education. Officers work closely with local residents and businesses to address quality-of-life issues and help build trust between law enforcement and the community. The precinct also participates in the NYPD’s Neighborhood Policing Model, which focuses on improving communication and cooperation between officers and the public.

As part of the broader NYPD, the 71st Precinct has access to specialized units including detectives, traffic enforcement, and crime analysis teams, ensuring a comprehensive approach to public safety in Brooklyn.

Website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/bureaus/patrol/precincts/71st-precinct.page

Key Services:

– Emergency response and public safety operations
– Crime prevention and investigation
– Community policing and neighborhood outreach
– Traffic enforcement and accident response
– Youth and community engagement programs
– Patrol service across Crown Heights and surrounding neighborhoods
– Quality-of-life issue resolution
– Public education on crime and safety prevention