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New York Post
4 days ago
- New York Post
Beloved NYPD trainer of elite Emergency Service Unit gets special send-off after two decades in uniform
A beloved instructor for the NYPD's elite Emergency Service Unit bade farewell to the department Thursday after more than two decades on the job in a rousing ceremony attended by scores of his fellow Finest. Sgt. John Flynn's formal walk off took place at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, home to the NYPD's facility where Flynn trained many of the officers who are in the unit today. 4 NYPD ESU Sgt. John Flynn had his walk off ceremony at Floy Bennett Field after. a career that panned more than two decades. Michael Nagle Dozens of officers from the Emergency Service Unit celebrated the man who they consider to be an institution within the department. 'The training to be able to do this work is not easy,' Flynn said to the crowd. 'What I say to all my students on day one is 'I'm not saying it's going to be easy,'' Flynn said. But he added, 'it is absolutely one of the most rewarding positions you could ever be involved in.' 'After leading 11 Emergency Service Unit classes and countless life-saving rescues, Sgt. John Flynn takes his final walkout,' the NYPD said in a statement. 'A standard-bearer of excellence, his leadership shaped generations of NYPD heroes and safeguarded our city.' 4 NYPD ESU Sergeant John Flynn posed with fellow officers in front of Emergency Service Unit vehicle. Michael Nagle Flynn was involved in numerous harrowing rescues and dangerous calls in a career that spanned more than two decades. The ESU is one of the most highly trained units of its kind in the county, dealing with a variety of complex, high-risk incidents like rescues and tactical situations. It is the unit, as one NYPD officer put it, that the cops call when the cops need help. Of the 23 officers who died responding to the 9/11 attacks, 14 of them were members of ESU. The 400-members of the unit deal with everything from hostage situations to disasters. Flynn's career is a testimony to the unexpected and sometimes eccentric calls members of the team have responded to over the years. 4 NYPD ESU Sergeant John Flynn celebrates with fellow officers at his retirement ceremony. Michael Nagle Flynn recalled the most exciting moments of his career that was built on thrilling moments. State Police needed help with a hiker who had been bitten by a rattlesnake on Bear Mountain. Flynn hastily put together a crew and flew out. 'We were able to assess that patient, stabilize her, package her up, and hoisted her up on the side of the mountain about 100 feet up to the helicopter,' he said. Flynn took pride in knowing he was saving one of his own – a New Yorker. 'What was amazing about it, she was from New York, from Brooklyn.' Flynn added: 'She…was surprised to be bitten by a rattlesnake.' She was in grave condition so they flew her to Nyack where the team landed on a football field and rushed her to a hospital. 'She was saved with a significant amount of anti venom,' he said. 'Probably one of the wildest and most exciting moments of my entire career.' 4 NYPD ESU Sergeant John Flynn hugs an officer at his retirement ceremony at Floyd Bennett Field. Michael Nagle Flynn credited his fellow officers for the city being so safe over the course of his career. He said its a tremendous obligation they take on every time they put on a uniform, 'We're tasked with the responsibility of protecting the people who live and visit here and it's an awesome responsibility,' Flynn said, 'and is absolutely worth it.'
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
NYPD boss Jessica Tisch issues stern warning to anti-ICE protesters as NYC rallies spin out of control: ‘We will not tolerate that'
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch insisted Wednesday that the NYPD would stand its ground and not let anti-ICE protests get out of control in the Big Apple – after President Trump deployed the feds to tackle the unruly Los Angeles riots. The NYPD honcho, who said she's constantly been monitoring the escalating violence on the West Coast, warned that New York's Finest were already prepped to swiftly round up agitators here. 'Watching what was going on in California, I spent the weekend on the phone with our federal partners in New York City — the head of the FBI in New York, federal protective services, homeland security investigations,' Tisch told MSNBC's 'Morning Joe.' 'The message that I delivered to them was very clear: The New York City Police Department [are] expert in policing protests. We have lots of practice at it and our cops are the best in the world. It is our responsibility to maintain safety and order on our streets and we will not abdicate that responsibility.' The commish's remarks come after Trump deployed 4,000 National Guardsmen and 700 US Marines to LA after violent protests erupted over the weekend over his deportation crackdown. The anti-ICE protests spread to Gotham with roughly 2,500 demonstrators taking to the streets in Lower Manhattan late Tuesday. 'We did have a group of about 200 looking to sow a little chaos and disorder. At the New York City Police Department we will not tolerate that,' Tisch said. More than 80 people were arrested after shrieking, sign-holding demonstrators started clashing with cops and hurling objects at officers. 'Our cops did an incredible job. They made sure that everyone has the right to protest peacefully but if things get out of hand, you break the law, they'll step in and make an arrest,' she said.'And that's exactly what they did — quickly and swiftly.'
Agriland
12-06-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Tesco reports increased Q1 sales across Ireland and UK
Tesco has said that 'increased customer satisfaction' has helped to contribute to continued market share gains in Ireland and the UK. The retailer has today (Thursday, June 12) published its first quarter (Q1) trading statement 2025/2026. Tesco said its group sales were £16.4 billion in the period, up 4.6% on a like-for-like basis. Tesco The retailer said sales in Ireland and the UK totalled £15.38 billion in the 13 weeks up to May 24, 2025. This represents a 4.7% like-for-like increase in the same period last year. In Ireland, Tesco said that Q1 sales were worth £772 million, up 5.5% on a like-for-like basis on the same period in 2024. The retailer reported continued growth in Irish market share to 23.3%, delivering 40 consecutive four-week periods of share gains. The report shows that Irish food sales were up 5.8% with volume growth supported by continued investment in the retailer's fresh proposition. Tesco noted growth across all channels in Ireland, led by online with sales up 19.8% which continues to benefit from the launch of same-day 'Click & Collect' and home delivery last year. UK In the UK, Tesco holds a 28% market share with 24 consecutive four-week periods of share gains which was driven by 'further improvements in quality and value perception'. There was growth reported across all channels, led again by online, where sales were up 11.5%. UK sales stood at £12.3 billion in Q1, up 5.1% on a like-for-like basis. Food sales were up 5.9% in the period, with a strong contribution from fresh food. In central Europe, the retailer reported sales of £997 million, up 4.1% on a like-for-like basis. Fresh food sales in the region were up 7.3% in Q1, with strong contributions from produce, dairy and bakery categories. Ken Murphy, Tesco chief executive, said the company was 'pleased with our performance across the first quarter', adding that 'the market remains intensely competitive'. 'Our continued commitment to delivering great value, quality and service for our customers has contributed to like-for-like sales growth across all parts of the Group. 'In the UK we have continued to see market share gains and increased customer satisfaction across a wide range of measures, a reflection of our powerful value proposition, strong availability and focus on product quality and innovation. 'We introduced over 350 new own-brand products across the quarter, including the launch of our exciting summer food range, and Finest is going from strength to strength, with sales up 18% year-on-year,' he said. Tesco said that its guidance is unchanged from its preliminary results published on April 10. The retailer continues to expect group adjusted operating profit of between £2.7 billion and £3 billion for the 2025/2026 financial year (FY) (FY 24/25: £3.128 billion).
New York Post
11-06-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
Jessica Tisch vows NYPD won't let anti-ICE protests spiral out of control in NYC
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch insisted Wednesday that the NYPD would stand its ground and not let anti-ICE protests get out of control in the Big Apple – after President Trump deployed the feds to tackle the unruly Los Angeles riots. The NYPD honcho, who said she's constantly been monitoring the escalating violence on the West Coast, warned that New York's Finest were already prepped to swiftly round up agitators here. 'Watching what was going on in California, I spent the weekend on the phone with our federal partners in New York City — the head of the FBI in New York, federal protective services, homeland security investigations,' Tisch told MSNBC's 'Morning Joe.' NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said she would not let anti-ICE protests get out of control in the Big Apple. James Messerschmidt 'The message that I delivered to them was very clear: The New York City Police Department [are] expert in policing protests. We have lots of practice at it and our cops are the best in the world. It is our responsibility to maintain safety and order on our streets and we will not abdicate that responsibility.' The commish's remarks come after Trump deployed 4,000 National Guardsmen and 700 US Marines to LA after violent protests erupted over the weekend over his deportation crackdown. The anti-ICE protests spread to Gotham with roughly 2,500 demonstrators taking to the streets in Lower Manhattan late Tuesday. 'We did have a group of about 200 looking to sow a little chaos and disorder. At the New York City Police Department we will not tolerate that,' Tisch said. More than 80 people were arrested after shrieking, sign-holding demonstrators started clashing with cops and hurling objects at officers. 'Our cops did an incredible job. They made sure that everyone has the right to protest peacefully but if things get out of hand, you break the law, they'll step in and make an arrest,' she said. 'And that's exactly what they did — quickly and swiftly.'
International Business Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- International Business Times
How Did Bernard Kerik Die? Former NYPD Commissioner Dubbed 'America's Cop' Who Fell from Grace Dies Aged 69 as Tributes Pour In
Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik, famously dubbed "America's Cop" for his leadership during the 9/11 attacks, died on Thursday due to cardiac disease. Kerik was 69 years old and died at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones, the New York Post reported. He had a career marked by both success and controversy. Kerik shot to fame in 2000 when then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani appointed him as New York City's police commissioner and presided over a 63% decline in violent crime. As the city's 40th police commissioner, Kerik was also dubbed the "beat cop commissioner" for his active, on-the-ground leadership, making five arrests during his 16-month tenure as the commissioner. Star in His Own Right This included one case where he arrested two former convicts in Harlem who were driving a stolen van. Kerik's law enforcement career spanned over 40 years and included work in national security. He led the NYPD during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, directing the department's response, rescue, recovery, and investigation operations. His swift and strategic deployment of officers in the aftermath of the Twin Towers tragedy earned him widespread praise and the title "America's Cop." "For nearly two decades, Kerik served and protected New Yorkers in the NYPD, including helping rebuild the city in the aftermath of 9/11," the Finest said on X. "We offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones." Mayor Eric Adams, who once served as an NYPD captain, mourned the death of his friend of 30 years. "It was just this afternoon that I stopped by the hospital to see Bernie Kerik, my friend of nearly 30 years, before his passing," Hizonner said. "He was a great New Yorker and American. Rest in peace, my friend." FBI Director Kash Patel, also a longtime friend, said Kerik was "a warrior, a patriot, and one of the most courageous public servants this country has ever known." "With over 40 years of service in law enforcement and national security, he dedicated his life to protecting the American people. As the 40th Police Commissioner of New York City, Bernie led with strength and resolve in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, guiding the NYPD through one of the darkest chapters in our nation's history," Patel said in a statement. "His legacy is not just in the medals or the titles, but in the lives he saved, the city he helped rebuild and the country he served with honor." An Eventful Life Kerik was born on September 4, 1955, in Newark, New Jersey. Before starting his law enforcement career, he served in the U.S. Army. In 1986, he joined the NYPD, and later in 1994, he joined the Department of Corrections. Four years later, Giuliani appointed him as commissioner of that department, paving the way for his eventual role as head of the NYPD. Following the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, President George W. Bush named Kerik to lead the temporary police force in the war-torn country. After his public service roles, he founded the Kerik Group, a private consulting firm specializing in crisis and risk management. In 2004, Bush nominated Kerik to lead the Department of Homeland Security. However, Kerik withdrew his nomination after revealing he had employed an illegal immigrant as a nanny. This admission led to a guilty plea in 2006 for ethics violations in the Bronx. Kerik's legal issues worsened in 2009 when he pleaded guilty to eight federal charges, including tax evasion related to a $255,000 home renovation gift and providing false information during his Homeland Security vetting process. He served four years in federal prison and was granted a pardon by President Donald Trump in 2020. In recent years, Kerik was questioned by Congress during hearings about the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot and was ordered to turn over Trump-related documents tied to the investigation. In 2024, he acted as a public representative for Trump on matters of crime and national security. Throughout his career, Kerik received numerous awards, including the NYPD Medal for Valor, 29 departmental awards for distinguished service, a Presidential Commendation from President Ronald Reagan, and several other prestigious honors.
