The New York City Police Department (NYPD) – 83rd Precinct serves the Bushwick neighborhood in Brooklyn, providing critical public safety and law enforcement services to one of the city’s most dynamic communities. As part of the nation’s largest municipal police force, the 83rd Precinct enforces laws, prevents crime, and engages proactively with local residents to strengthen public trust. The precinct focuses on community-based policing strategies, emphasizing partnership with neighborhoods to address quality of life issues and reduce crime through prevention and education. Officers here are deeply involved in outreach initiatives such as youth mentorship programs, school safety workshops, and crime awareness efforts.

The 83rd Precinct includes specialized units addressing domestic violence, narcotics, and gang prevention, ensuring targeted responses to specific challenges in the area. It also participates in the NYPD’s Neighborhood Coordination Officer (NCO) program, fostering direct communication between officers and community members. Regularly hosting public meetings and events, the precinct works to remain transparent and responsive to residents’ concerns while maintaining public order.

Website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/bureaus/patrol/precincts/83rd-precinct.page

Key Services:

– Crime prevention and law enforcement
– Community policing and neighborhood outreach
– Emergency response services
– School and youth engagement programs
– Domestic violence and victim assistance services
– Narcotics and gang intervention efforts
– Traffic and patrol enforcement
– Public safety education and community meetings