NYPD 48th Precinct

Deputy Inspector Andrew Lombardo Commanding Officer. The official Twitter of the 48th Precinct. User policy:

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📬 Secure Your Mail.

Protect your mail and your money from thieves using these essential crime prevention tips!
Ensure your sensitive documents and payments reach their destination safely.

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🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨
Watch out for jewelry distraction thefts! Scammers approach victims using fake gifts, prayers, or requests for help to steal real jewelry right off their bodies.

Share this to protect your loved ones.

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Fire hydrant sprinkler caps are available at your neighborhood firehouse. You must be 18 years old and have a valid ID to request one.

Please, DO NOT open a fire hydrant on your own.

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Let fireworks be the only lights you see in your rearview this 4th of July.

Drinking and driving is dangerous, irresponsible, and illegal.

If you’re planning on having a drink this 4th, plan ahead for transportation. Do not drink and drive.

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Join us on June 30, 2026 at 7 PM, for our monthly meeting at 1870 Crotona Avenue.

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Connecting with our community goes far beyond responding to emergency calls. Your officers noticed a community member who needed a little extra time to safely cross a busy intersection. They stepped in and walked alongside them every step of the way.

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Protect your business. Prevent crime.
Follow these commercial burglary prevention tips to help keep your property, employees, and customers safe. 🛡️

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🚨WANTED🚨 On 6/26/26 at around 5:13 am the pictured individual fired a round from a firearm outside 2285 Bathgate Avenue. If you recognize this individual or have any information regarding this incident, please contact us DM @NYPDTips or Call: 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

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Sunday is the 57th Annual NYC Pride March!

If you plan to travel and watch the march, please make sure to plan accordingly.

For a full list of road closures, visit https://t.co/Xo7roLCyFM

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🚨WANTED FOR RAPE: On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at approximately 10:00 P.M., a 13-year-old female victim was on board a northbound BX9 MTA bus when she was approached by an unidentified individual. When the victim and unidentified individual exited the bus in the vicinity of Broadway and West 261 Street, in the confines of the 50 Precinct in the Bronx, the individual grabbed the victim and dragged her into a wooded area inside Van Cortlandt Park. The individual then sexually assaulted the victim and fled on foot to parts unknown.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Sex Crimes Hotline at 1-212-267-7273 or 646-610-7272, the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://t.co/2PvTmQgxad, or on X @NYPDTips.

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Happy Father’s Day to all! 👔👮‍♂️ We’re proud to recognize Police Officer Ruiz with a Commander’s Day off today. His exceptional work on patrol is perfectly matched by his dedication at home. Enjoy the well-deserved quality time with your family, Officer Ruiz!

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Your officers heard gunshots ring out nearby. Without hesitation, they ran directly toward the sound. They observed a suspected gunman, prompting a foot pursuit. During the chase, the suspect tripped & dropped a firearm. Officers quickly apprehended him & safely recovered the 🔫.

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🚨WANTED FOR GANG ASSAULT: On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at approximately 11:45 P.M., a 17-year-old male victim was approached by a group of unidentified individuals in front of 237 West 35th Street, within the confines of the Midtown South Precinct, where a verbal dispute ensued. The dispute escalated, and the individuals proceeded to punch and kick the victim about the head and body, causing the victim to suffer a seizure and subsequently go into a coma. The unidentified individuals fled the location on foot in an unknown direction.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crimestoppers website at https://t.co/2PvTmQgxad, or on X @NYPDTips.

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🚨WANTED FOR AN ASSAULT: on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at approximately 2:00 A.M., in the vicinity of Broadway and West 43 Street, in the confines of the NYPD Midtown South Precinct, two unidentified individuals produced firearms and fired several rounds. As a result, a 17-year-old male victim was struck in the left foot.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://t.co/2PvTmQgxad, on X @NYPDTips.

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Marketplace Safety Alert! 🚨

Criminals are using platforms like Facebook Marketplace to target sellers and buyers for robberies. Do not meet at private residences. Always meet in a public, well-lit place—ideally, a designated Safe Exchange Zone at any police station.

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📣 Join Us for National Night Out 2026!

Let’s build a stronger, safer, and more connected community together!

📅 Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Location: Bathgate Avenue (Between E. 187th St. & E. Fordham Rd.), Bronx, NY 10458

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@lanre187 Im sorry to hear that.

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🚨 Protect Your Vehicle! Vehicle break-ins are often crimes of opportunity.

🛑 Remove all valuables from the vehicle. Never leave bags in plain sight.

🔒 Always lock your doors and roll up windows.

🔑 Keep your keys or smart fobs with you, not hidden inside the car.

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Traffic Alert: E. 189th St Closure Tomorrow!
🚗🚫Please be advised that East 189th St (from Belmont Ave to Hughes Ave) will be closed to all vehicle traffic tomorrow to host the EID Bajram Festival. Plan your route in advance, expect local delays, and come join the celebration!

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Outstanding work by your officers & NYPD drone unit! Following a shots-fired call at Washington Ave & E. 182 St our drone operators successfully tracked the suspects as they fled into Bathgate Park. Officers swiftly moved in, apprehended three juveniles, and recovered 2 firearms.