The New York City Police Department’s 121st Precinct serves the northwest neighborhoods of Staten Island, including Mariners Harbor, Graniteville, and Westerleigh. As part of the larger NYPD, the 121st Precinct is committed to fostering public safety, crime prevention, and positive community-police relations through both traditional law enforcement and innovative outreach efforts. The precinct prioritizes neighborhood policing, assigning officers to build long-term relationships with local residents and address public safety concerns proactively.
Established to improve coverage and responsiveness in a rapidly growing borough, the 121st Precinct is the newest precinct on Staten Island, reflecting the NYPD’s dedication to enhancing localized service. Community engagement is a vital component of the precinct’s operations, with regular town halls, youth programs, and partnerships with civic organizations. The precinct also emphasizes transparency and collaboration through its involvement in the NYPD’s Neighborhood Policing program. Officers from the 121st Precinct respond to a wide range of emergencies, investigate crimes, and support education initiatives around safety and crime prevention.
Website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/bureaus/patrol/precincts/121st-precinct.page
Key Services:
– 24/7 emergency response and law enforcement
– Crime investigation and prevention
– Neighborhood policing and community engagement
– Traffic safety and accident response
– Juvenile outreach and youth programs
– Public event security and coordination
– Victim support and crime reporting services
– Neighborhood crime data and safety transparency initiatives
