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TODAY, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., surrender an operable firearm and receive a bank card with cash. No ID required and no questions asked!

TODAY, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., surrender an operable firearm and receive a bank card with cash. 

No ID required and no questions asked!
Governor Kathy Hochul (@govkathyhochul) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This is a horrific act of targeted violence against lawmakers. I am praying for Senator John Hoffman, Representative Melissa Hortman, and their families. In America we settle our political disagreements at the ballot box. Violence is never acceptable.

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If you have information regarding the death of an unidentified male, whose body was found in Hunters Point 19 years ago, please contact NYPD Crime Stoppers via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS. It is never too late for justice. #ColdCaseUnit

If you have information regarding the death of an unidentified male, whose body was found in Hunters Point 19 years ago, please contact <a href="/NYPDTips/">NYPD Crime Stoppers</a> via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS.

It is never too late for justice.

#ColdCaseUnit
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Happy Father's Day! Today, we celebrate the strength, guidance and support that fathers and father figures bring into our lives. Thank you for all that you do — your impact lasts a lifetime.

Happy Father's Day!

Today, we celebrate the strength, guidance and support that fathers and father figures bring into our lives. Thank you for all that you do — your impact lasts a lifetime.
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This year, the NYPD has already taken 2,400 guns off the streets — and that number is only growing. Yesterday, NYPD Community Affairs and Queens DA Katz hosted a gun buyback event in Queens and successfully secured 74 firearms, keeping dangerous weapons out of your community.

This year, the NYPD has already taken 2,400 guns off the streets — and that number is only growing.

Yesterday, <a href="/NYPDCommAffairs/">NYPD Community Affairs</a> and <a href="/QueensDAKatz/">Queens DA Katz</a> hosted a gun buyback event in Queens and successfully secured 74 firearms, keeping dangerous weapons out of your community.
Kaz Daughtry (@kazdaughtry) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thinking about Detective Jonathan Diller and his beautiful family today. Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the bond between fathers and their children—but it’s also a day of remembrance for the families who will forever feel the weight of sacrifice. Detective Diller gave

Thinking about Detective Jonathan Diller and his beautiful family today.

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the bond between fathers and their children—but it’s also a day of remembrance for the families who will forever feel the weight of sacrifice.

Detective Diller gave
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I hosted members of my Clergy Advisory Council recently for a meaningful discussion on rehabilitation programs and youth empowerment services my office offers. Faith leaders in our community play a crucial role in advancing trust between law enforcement and the public we serve.

I hosted members of my Clergy Advisory Council recently for a meaningful discussion on rehabilitation programs and youth empowerment services my office offers.

Faith leaders in our community play a crucial role in advancing trust between law enforcement and the public we serve.
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Eight Members and Associates of the Transnational 18th Street Gang Charged with Racketeering Crimes in Queens justice.gov/usao-edny/pr/e…

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Gun buybacks serve as a critical tool for reducing gun violence and promoting safety. Thanks to our partners at NYPD Community Affairs, Greater Allen AME Cathedral and NY AG James, 74 guns were surrendered this weekend – including five automatic weapons. bit.ly/43WdunT

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U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella, Jr., joined by the FBI New York and Queens DA Katz announces a racketeering indictment charging eight members and associates of the violent 18th Street transnational gang.

U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella, Jr., joined by the <a href="/NewYorkFBI/">FBI New York</a>  and <a href="/QueensDAKatz/">Queens DA Katz</a> announces a racketeering indictment charging eight members and associates of the violent 18th Street transnational gang.
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It was a pleasure to join the @NYPD103pct Community Council monthly meeting and pay tribute to President Archbishop Erskine Williams for 18 years of exemplary leadership. Thank you to the council for inviting me to discuss the efforts of my office to keep Queens safe.

It was a pleasure to join the @NYPD103pct Community Council monthly meeting and pay tribute to President Archbishop Erskine Williams for 18 years of exemplary leadership. 

Thank you to the council for inviting me to discuss the efforts of my office to keep Queens safe.
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A dog owner was arraigned today on animal cruelty charges after allegedly throwing his small poodle down a set of stairs and then dragging the dog back up by the leash 12 times. The alleged violence was caught on video inside the defendant’s residential building in Astoria.

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We join the nation today in celebrating #Juneteenth - a day when freedom finally reached every corner. We take this opportunity to reflect on the progress made and renew our dedication to justice and equality for all.

We join the nation today in celebrating #Juneteenth - a day when freedom finally reached every corner. 

We take this opportunity to reflect on the progress made and renew our dedication to justice and equality for all.
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A Jamaica man was charged with assault in the first degree as a hate crime for allegedly punching and kicking a Muslim woman aboard an E train on Wednesday. He was remanded at arraignment and faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted. queensda.org/jamaica-man-ch…

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If you have information regarding Carlos Hernandez, who was found stabbed to death in Jamaica 31 years ago, please contact NYPD Crime Stoppers via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS. It is never too late for justice. #ColdCaseUnit

If you have information regarding Carlos Hernandez, who was found stabbed to death in Jamaica 31 years ago, please contact <a href="/NYPDTips/">NYPD Crime Stoppers</a> via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS.

It is never too late for justice.

#ColdCaseUnit
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We wear orange during #GunViolenceAwareness month in recognition of the lasting impact of gun violence on victims, survivors and their loved ones. My office stands in solidarity with advocacy groups, community leaders and law enforcement in fighting for a safe and secure future.

We wear orange during #GunViolenceAwareness month in recognition of the lasting impact of gun violence on victims, survivors and their loved ones.

My office stands in solidarity with advocacy groups, community leaders and law enforcement in fighting for a safe and secure future.
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A driver was indicted on charges of murder and other crimes for allegedly leading police on a high-speed chase that caused the death of 36-year-old Astoria bicyclist in October 2024. Following the deadly collision, the defendant continued to flee to avoid accountability.

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Tomorrow, between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m., meet members of our Community Partnerships Division at Queens Public Library at Central on Merrick Blvd. Escape the heat and learn about the many programs and resources we offer.

Tomorrow, between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m., meet members of our Community Partnerships Division at <a href="/QPLNYC/">Queens Public Library</a> at Central on Merrick Blvd.

Escape the heat and learn about the many programs and resources we offer.
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A 16-year-old has been charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon for the broad daylight shooting of another teen on March 26. The fatal incident took place right after both teens exited the Q83 MTA bus on Linden Blvd in Jamaica. bit.ly/3Tcg5DQ