Two cops from the 72nd Precinct had been honored throughout this month’s group council assembly March 12 for serving to ship a child final month.
Officers Uzma Malik and Ashley Aviles got Cop of the Month certificates.
Again on Feb. 13, the officers helped ship the wholesome child woman inside an house on Seventh Avenue and 54th Road at round 4:40 a.m.
Each officers had been reunited with the newborn and her mom, who attended the assembly at Marien-Heim of Sundown Park, 4520 Fourth Avenue.
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“I’m extraordinarily happy with the work of the women and men of the 72nd Precinct,” stated Deputy Inspector Mobeen Yasin, commanding officer of the precinct. “Whereas combating crime is our main focus, we’re additionally guardians entrusted with guaranteeing the welfare of the general public. There is no such thing as a higher technique to spotlight that dedication than the heroic actions of Officers Malik and Aviles.”
“I’m so happy with Officer Malik and Officer Aviles,” stated 72nd Precinct Group Council President Tina Ponce. “It’s great to see our officers in such a constructive gentle. They’re distinctive officers and really deserve this recognition.”
Malik advised Information 12 Brooklyn that after they arrived earlier than the ambulances, they had been prepared.
“I put my gloves on, and I used to be able to take the newborn in my fingers,” she advised the outlet. “I simply wanted a clear towel for the newborn to be protected and heat, particularly. Once I grabbed the newborn, I used to be ready on EMS till they got here, after which they may do what they need to do after.”

Pictures courtesy of 72nd Precinct
“Big congratulations to Officers Malik and Aviles,” acknowledged the 72nd Precinct Fb web page. “They had been lately honored for his or her unbelievable work serving to ship a child proper right here in Sundown Park. We couldn’t be prouder of our officers going above and past.
“We thanks for your whole onerous work and dedication to make sure the protection of our group.”
