Sep 14, 2022 · The NYPD unveiled a new line of lightweight bulletproof vests Wednesday designed especially for detectives. Some thousand vests were donated by the New York City Police Foundation at a cost...

Sep 14, 2022 · The field test confirmed that the increased comfort led to more detectives wearing a vest, which provides critical protection for them when they are in the field. The vest also helps easily identify them as members of the NYPD while navigating through active crime scenes.

Dec 23, 2019 · The bullet-resistant vests currently in use by the NYPD are heavier and thicker, making it difficult for undercover officers and detectives to wear them under or over their suits or other attire. The new vests are easier to wear over clothing, while still …

Sep 15, 2022 · More than 1,000 lightweight bullet-resistant vests designed to be easier to wear will be distributed to detectives before the end of the year, fulfilling a promise the department made three years ago, NYPD First Deputy Commissioner Edward Caban said Wednesday.

Dec 22, 2019 · NEW YORK — The NYPD is rolling out hundreds of lighter, bulletproof vests in an effort to get more detectives to wear the potentially life-saving armor, officials announced Friday.

The new vests include a stab-resistant/long-gun-rated ballistic front plate and are designed to mold to an officer's unique shape. As of early 2016, nearly half of the officers have received the new vests. The City Council has also funded a five-year replacement cycle for …

Sep 15, 2022 · More than 1,000 lightweight bullet-resistant vests designed to be easier to wear will be distributed to detectives before the end of the year, fulfilling a promise the department made three...

Dec 20, 2019 · The NYPD and New York City Police Foundation announced an initiative Friday rolling out 550 new light-weight bullet-resistant vests for NYPD detectives.

Sep 15, 2022 · More than 1,000 lightweight bullet-resistant vests designed to be easier to wear will be distributed to detectives before the end of the year, fulfilling a promise the department made three...

Sep 15, 2022 · NEW YORK -- NYPD detectives are getting more protection. Police officials announced Wednesday they have 1,000 more new bullet-resistant vests. The new vests are slimmer and lighter than regular...