Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police |
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| Abbreviation | MTA Police |
| Agency overview | |
| Formed | 1998 |
| Jurisdictional structure | |
| Operations jurisdiction | New York, New York, USA |
| Legal jurisdiction | New York and Connecticut |
| General nature | |
| Operational structure | |
| Police Officers | 646 |
| Director responsible |
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| Agency executive |
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| Parent agency | MTA |
| Units |
List
Patrol
Highway Patrol Detective Division Inter-agency Counterterrorism Task Force Emergency Services Unit Canine Unit (K-9) Communications Unit Technology & System Development Right of Way Task Force Internal Affairs Bureau |
| Facilities | |
| Districts |
9
District # 1 - Suffolk County, New York
District # 2 - Nassau County, New York District # 3 - Queens and Brooklyn Counties of New York District # 4 - Penn Station District # 5 - Grand Central Terminal and 125th Street Station District # 6 - Lower Westchester County and the Bronx, New York District # 7 - Upper Westchester, Dutchess, Rockland, Putnam, and Orange Counties of New York District # 8 - Fairfield and New Haven Counties of Connecticut District # 9 - Richmond County, New York |
| Website | |
| Official Site: http://www.mta.info/mta/police/ | |
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police, often called the MTA Police, is a police force that works for the MTA. The MTA is a large agency that runs public transportation like trains and buses in New York and parts of Connecticut. The MTA Police help keep everyone safe on these trains, buses, and at the stations.
MTA Police officers are real police officers. They have the same powers as other police in New York State and Connecticut. This police force started in 1998.
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What the MTA Police Do
The main job of the MTA Police is to make sure that people using MTA trains and buses are safe. They work to prevent crime and respond to emergencies. They also help passengers who might be lost or need assistance.
Keeping Transit Safe
MTA Police officers patrol train stations, train cars, and bus depots. They look out for suspicious activity and respond to any calls for help. Their presence helps make sure that people feel secure while traveling.
Helping Passengers
Sometimes, passengers might need help. This could be anything from finding a lost item to reporting a problem. MTA Police officers are there to assist with these situations. They are an important part of the MTA's customer service.
Preventing Crime
A big part of their job is to stop crimes from happening. This includes things like theft, vandalism, and other illegal activities on MTA property. They work to keep the transit system a safe place for everyone.
Where the MTA Police Work
The MTA Police cover a very large area. They protect the MTA's property and passengers across New York State and into Connecticut.
New York Coverage
In New York, they patrol areas like Long Island, New York City, and the Hudson Valley. This includes major train stations like Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal. They also cover many smaller stations and train lines.
Connecticut Coverage
The MTA also has train lines that go into Connecticut. The MTA Police work in parts of Connecticut, like Fairfield and New Haven counties. This ensures safety for commuters traveling between states.
How the MTA Police are Organized
The MTA Police force has different teams and districts to cover their large service area. They have special units that focus on different types of police work.
Special Units
- Patrol: These officers are the most visible. They patrol stations and trains.
- Detective Division: This team investigates crimes that happen on MTA property.
- Canine Unit (K-9): These officers work with specially trained dogs. The dogs help with things like finding explosives or tracking suspects.
- Emergency Services Unit: This team handles serious emergencies and rescues.
- Highway Patrol: They patrol the roads and highways near MTA facilities.
Police Districts
The MTA Police divide their service area into nine main districts. Each district is responsible for a specific geographic area. For example, District #4 covers Penn Station, a very busy train station. District #8 covers parts of Connecticut.
Related Pages
Images for kids
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Staten Island Rapid Transit Police Patch
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MTA Police vehicle at the Tarrytown Metro-North station
