Dromm Welcomes New Police Officers to 115th Precinct

Democratic District Leader Daniel Dromm today welcomed approximately 100 new police recruits into the 115th Precinct. These new police officers will initially work in the Impact Zone along Roosevelt Avenue and its tributary streets from Jackson Heights to Corona. They will be on foot patrol within the next few days.

Dromm met with the officers at the Langston Hughes Library where a training was being held. He said, "Our community welcomes you and thanks you for the sacrifices you are about to make as New York City police officers. The NYPD has made a tremendous dent in crime in our neighborhood and we are most grateful."

The presence of these officers is a reassuring sign to many community residents. While speaking to the officers, Dromm tried to convey a sense of the pride "we feel in the diversity of our communities. The 115th Precinct is home to a broad array of people and I ask that you be sensitive to that."

Dromm pledged the communities' support for their valiant efforts to protect our neighborhoods. He also spoke about the enforcement of hate crime statutes and about domestic violence issues, among other things.

In conclusion, Dromm said, "I wish you lots of luck in your new career."