On Wednesday evening, Flatbush Hatzolah welcomed a distinguished group of NYPD Community Affairs Officers to their headquarters on Ocean Avenue for a memorable meet and greet. The event highlighted the strong partnership between the two organizations, fostering mutual respect and collaboration in serving the community.

Representing Hatzolah were coordinators Moshe Wulliger, Jack Rothernberg, Avrumi Rubin, Alan Esses, and Issac Unger, who greeted the NYPD delegation with warmth and hospitality.

The NYPD was represented by Community Affairs Commanding Officer Chief Richie Taylor, 70th Precinct Commanding Officer Greg Mackie, newly assigned Brooklyn South Community Affairs Lieutenant Duran McLean and NYPD Clergy Liaisons Yehuda Eckstein and Avrumi Brown. They were joined by Community Affairs Officers from the 60th, 61st, 62nd, 63rd, 66th, and 70th precincts, showcasing the broad support for this cooperative initiative.

Chief Richie Taylor spoke highly of the event, noting, “The relationship between the NYPD and Hatzolah has never been stronger.” His words underscored the deep bond and shared commitment to public safety that both groups uphold. The meet and greet provided a unique opportunity for the NYPD officers to gain insight into Hatzolah’s life-saving operations. They were given a comprehensive tour of the headquarters and had the chance to observe emergency calls coming in and being dispatched in real time—an impressive display of Hatzolah’s efficiency and dedication.

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