New York State Troopers
CNN has aired a news segment about the deaths of police officers and civilians in fiery crashes in Ford vehicles, particularly the Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Grand Marquis, and how relatives of some of the victims are taking action. The segment, seen on Anderson Cooper 360, focused… Read More»
The PBA has prevailed once again in a legal battle with the Division of State Police over our members’ right to wear union pins. The Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court has affirmed an earlier decision by the Public Employment Relations Board that the Division of State… Read More»
Gov. George Pataki gave his 2006 Budget Address today and provided more positive news for State Police members. As previously mentioned, the Governor has created a task force aimed at reducing gun trafficking, which will dedicate 100 more Investigators to help keep illegal guns off the streets. The Governor is… Read More»
The following story, published by the Daily News on January 10, explores the new salary schedule for NYPD recruits and includes reactions from both union and city officials. Recruits on the cheap By LISA L. COLANGELO and TONY SCLAFANI DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITERS A new batch of NYPD recruits sworn… Read More»
The man accused of shooting a New York State Trooper in September briefly escaped from custody last night as he was being transported back to the Clinton County Jail following a court appearance. The man, Vladimir Kulakov, was recaptured shortly after the escape and is now facing felony escape charges… Read More»
A man accused of shooting a New York State Trooper in the Plattsburgh area in September escaped from jail this evening for a short time but was recaptured shortly afterward. The man, Vladimir Kulakov, had been in the Clinton County Jail facing charges of attempted murder in connection with the… Read More»
The PBA sends its congratulations and thanks to the Sergeants Benevolent Association of the NYPD, which proposed a Taylor Law amendment that was passed by the Legislature and signed into law last week by Gov. George Pataki. The amendment is designed to prevent employers from engaging in unfair labor practices.… Read More»
The State Troopers PBA is thankful and relieved the New York State Parole Board has denied a parole release for Larry Comfort, a convicted drug dealer who was with his brother when his brother shot and killed New York State Police Investigator Robert Van Hall on Dec. 5, 1980. State… Read More»
Law enforcement officers should be aware that the National Institute for Justice has decertified Zylon-based, bullet-resistant vests. Refunds are being offered through a vest exchange program with Body Armor, and more information can be found by calling 1-866-815-2914 or by visiting the following web site www.bodyarmor.com/zylon. The PBA was made… Read More»
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