New York Police Department - NYPD

TIPS AND OTHER INFORMATION	TELEPHONE PHONE NUMBERS
* At Home * Coming Home At Home * If You are Driving * Employment Opportunities * Night Life Safety Tips * Precinct Locations: The Bronx   Brooklyn Manhattan   Queens   Staten Island * Purse Snatch * Rape Victim * NYPD Official Website	* For Emergencies: 911 * All Other NYC Services: 311 * Crime Stoppers: 800-577-TIPS * Missing Persons Case Status: 646-610-6914 * Sex Crimes Report Line: 212-267-RAPE * Terrorism Hot-Line: (888) NYC-SAFE * Text "TIP577" (plus your message) to "CRIMES" (274637) * NYPD Switchboard: (646) 610-5000

Coming Home Late at Night

* Avoid shortcuts that are not well travelled or well lit.

* Know what reputable stores are open in your neighborhood late at night. If you suspect that you are being followed stay away from lonely quiet blocks and head for the store you know to be open.

* When walking to your car or on your way home, keep your keys in your hand until you are safely inside for added protection.

* If someone drops you off at home by auto, ask the driver to wait until you are safely inside.

* If a motorist bothers you while you are walking turn around and walk in the opposite direction of the car. Do this as often as necessary and he should get discouraged.

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If You Are Driving

* Keep windows rolled up, except for a small. ventilation space and keep your doors locked.

* If someone attempts to force you off the road, don't panic..... blow your horn constantly to attract attention. If you are forced over, as soon as you stop put your car in reverse and back away..... keep blowing the horn and moving the car as much as possible.

* If you suspect that someone is following you make a few turns down active streets if possible. If the auto you suspect is following you makes the same turns as you then head for the nearest police station, fire house or open store. Don't try to make it to your own quiet residential area.

* Try to park your car in a well lighted area, this is not only good from the standpoint of dicouraging a personal attack on you but also for reducing the chance of auto theft. Look around before you get out of your car. Before getting into your car, look inside first to make sure no one is hiding in the back seat. When leaving your car, make sure it is locked.

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At Home You Should

* Have your key ready before you get to the front door.

* Make sure your entrance area is well lighted.

* If you live in an apartment don't be polite and hold the lobby door open for a stranger who has been waiting. List only your last name and first initial in your mailbox.

* Don't buzz someone inside unless you know them.

* If a stranger wants to use your phone for any kind of call from business to emergency ........ keep him out and you make the call for them! Any problems or in doubt? Call the police!

* If you arrive home and find your door open DO NOT GO INSIDE call the police from a pay phone or neighbors house and ask them to meet you.

* Don't get on the elevator with a stranger if your own good judgment warns you against it -- need an excuse to avoid embarrassment say something like; "Oh I forgot my mail."

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If You are the Victim of a Rape

* Report crime immediately to Police. Call 911.

* Do not wash or douche.

* Have a medical exam and internal gynecological exam as soon as possible accompanied by a police officer preferably.

* Inform doctor of exact acts committed upon you and have him note any medical evidence of them.

* Semen smears must be taken by the doctor.

* Doctor should note any bruises or injuries (bleeding, lacerations, etc.) external or internal.

* Have the doctor test for venereal diseases (and pregnancy later if relevant).

* Inform the police of all details of attack, however intimate, and of anything unusual you may have noted about the attacker. remember, what he said and how he said it may lead to his arrest.

* Show police any external bruises or injuries however minor, resulting from the attack. Also show them to a friend or relative who might be available as a corroborative witness at the trial.

* Give the undergarments to the police (for semen analysis).

* Give any torn or stained clothing to the police.

* When calm, make note of events of attack, unusual details, etc.

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Purse Snatch

DO NOT.... carry a bag that makes you a target. A bag that dangles from the shoulder can be easily yanked off your shoulder by someone coming up from behind.

DO NOT.... carry your bag in such a manner that you can't let it go if you have to. Many women have been injured because their own bags acted as handcuffs as a purse snatcher yanked it away.

DO.... be aware of your surroundings and carry your bag close to your body, tucked in the bend of your elbow.

DO.... minimize the amount of money and credit cards that you carry with you on a daily basis. Divide your money between pockets and bags.

IF... you are the victim of a purse snatch do not fight to hold onto your bag, especially if there is a weapon involved.

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Night Life Safety Tips

* Do not accept drinks from anyone if you did not see them prepared.

* Do not leave your drink unattended for any period of time.

* Always inform a family member of friend of your whereabouts.

* When entering a bar of club, always know where emergency exits are located in case of a fire or other emergencies.

* Be familiar with your surroundings (street names, landmarks, etc.) this specific information will be needed to locate you.

* Do not drink and drive or accept a ride from anyone who has been drinking. Designate a driver who will not drink.

* Do not leave your bag unattended.

* Arrange a buddy system with a friend and always watch after each other.

* Never leave a bar or club with a stranger.

* Carry a cell phone. When possible, call 911 if you are being harassed.

* Always carry enough money for a taxi.

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PRECINCT	TELEPHONE	ADDRESS
POLICE PRECINCTS IN THE BRONX
40th Precinct	(718) 402-2270	257 Alexander Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454
41th Precinct	(718) 542-4771	1035 Longwood Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459
42th Precinct	(718) 402-3887	830 Washington Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452
43th Precinct	(718) 542-0888	900 Fteley Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472
44th Precinct	(718) 590-5511	2 East 169th Street, Bronx, NY 10452
45th Precinct	(718) 822-5411	2877 Barkley Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465
46th Precinct	(718) 220-5211	2120 Ryer Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457
47th Precinct	(718) 920-1211	4111 Laconia Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
48th Precinct	(718) 299-3900	450 Cross Bronx Expressway, Bronx, NY 10457
49th Precinct	(718) 918-2000	2121 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10461
50th Precinct	(718) 543-5700	3450 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463
52th Precinct	(718) 220-5811	3016 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
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PRECINCT	TELEPHONE	ADDRESS
POLICE PRECINCTS IN MANHATTAN
1st Precinct	(212) 334-0611	16 Ericsson Place, New York, NY
5th Precinct	(212) 334-0711	19 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY
6th Precinct	(212) 741-4811	233 West 10 Street, New York, NY
7th Precinct	(212) 477-7311	19 1/2 Pitt Street, New York, NY
9th Precinct	(212) 477-7811	321 East 5 Street, New York, NY
10th Precinct	(212) 741-8211	230 West 20th Street, New York, NY
13th Precinct	(212) 477-7411	230 East 21st Street, New York, NY
14th Precinct	(212) 239-9811	357 West 35th Street, New York, NY
17th Precinct	(212) 826-3211	167 East 51st Street, New York, NY
18th Precinct	(212) 767-8400	306 West 54th Street, New York, NY
19th Precinct	(212) 452-0600	153 East 67th Street, New York, NY
20th Precinct	(212) 580-6411	120 West 82nd Street, New York, NY
22nd Precinct	(212) 570-4820	86th St & Transverse Road - Central Park, New York, NY
23rd Precinct	(212) 860-6411	162 East 102nd Street, New York, NY
24th Precinct	(212) 678-1811	151 West 100th Street, New York, NY
25th Precinct	(212) 860-6511	120 East 119th Street, New York, NY
26th Precinct	(212) 678-1311	520 West 126th Street, New York, NY
28th Precinct	(212) 678-1611	2271-89 8th Avenue, New York, NY
30th Precinct	(212) 690-8811	451 West 151st Street, New York, NY
32nd Precinct	(212) 690-6311	250 West 135th Street, New York, NY
33rd Precinct	(212) 927-3200	2207 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
34th Precinct	(212) 927-9711	4295 Broadway, New York, NY
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PRECINCT	TELEPHONE	ADDRESS
POLICE PRECINCTS IN BROOKLYN
60th Precinct	(718) 946-3311	2951 West 8th Street, Brooklyn, New York
61st Precinct	(718) 627-6611	2575 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
62nd Precinct	(718) 236-2611	1925 Bath Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
63rd Precinct	(718) 258-4411	1844 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
66th Precinct	(718) 851-5611	5822 16th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
67th Precinct	(718) 287-3211	2820 Snyder Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
68th Precinct	(718) 439-4211	333 65th Street, Brooklyn, New York
69th Precinct	(718) 257-6211	9720 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
70th Precinct	(718) 851-5511	154 Lawrence Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
71st Precinct	(718) 735-0511	421 Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, New York
72nd Precinct	(718) 965-6311	830 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
73rd Precinct	(718) 495-5411	1470 East New York Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
75th Precinct	(718) 827-3511	1000 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
76th Precinct	(718) 834-3211	191 Union Street, Brooklyn, New York
77th Precinct	(718) 735-0611	127 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
<78th Precinct	(718) 636-6411	65 6th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
79th Precinct	(718) 636-6611	263 Tompkins Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
81st Precinct	(718) 574-0411	30 Ralph Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
83rd Precinct	(718) 574-1605	480 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
84th Precinct	(718) 875-6811	301 Gold Street, Brooklyn, New York
88th Precinct	(718) 636-6511	298 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
90th Precinct	(718) 963-5311	211 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
94th Precinct	(718) 383-3879	100 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
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PRECINCT	TELEPHONE	ADDRESS
POLICE PRECINCTS IN QUEENS
100th Precinct	(718) 318-4200	92-24 Rockaway Beach Boulevard
101st Precinct	(718) 868-3400	16-12 Mott Avenue
102nd Precinct	(718) 805-3200	87-34 118th Street
103rd Precinct	(718) 657-8181	168-02 P.O. Edwaard Byrne Ave.
104th Precinct	(718) 386-3004	64-2 Catalpa Avenue
105th Precinct	(718) 776-9090	92-08 222nd Street
106th Precinct	(718) 845-2211	103-53 101st Street
107th Precinct	(718) 969-5100	71-01 Parsons Boulevard
108th Precinct	(718) 784-5411	5-47 50th Avenue
109th Precinct	(718) 321-2250	37-05 Union Street
110th Precinct	(718) 476-9311	94-41 43rd Avenue
111th Precinct	(718) 279-5200	42-06 215th Street
112th Precinct	(718) 520-9311	68-40 Austin Street
113th Precinct	(718) 712-7733	167-02 Baisley Boulevard
114th Precinct	(718) 626-9311	34-16 Astoria Boulevard
115th Precinct	(718) 533-2002	92-15 Northern Boulevard
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PRECINCT	TELEPHONE	ADDRESS
POLICE PRECINCTS IN STATEN ISLAND
120th Precinct	(718) 876-8500	78 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, New York
122nd Precinct	(718) 667-2211	2320 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York
123rd Precinct	(718) 948-9311	116 Main Street, Staten Island, New York
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