NYPD appoints long-time veteran to chief of transportation role
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Throughout his service, he contributed to various precincts, including the 30th Precinct in Manhattan, the 41st, 44th, 46th, and 52nd Precincts in the Bronx, Patrol Borough Bronx, and the Bronx Impact Response Team.
Police Commissioner Edward A. Caban announced the appointment of a new Chief of Transportation on Friday.
Philip P. Rivera, a veteran of the NYPD with 28 years of experience, has been selected for this vital role. This appointment holds significant importance as it is central to the safety and security of motorists, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians across all five boroughs, according to the department. Rivera's journey in the NYPD began in June 1995 when he started his career as a patrol officer in the 46th Precinct in the Bronx. Throughout his service, he contributed to various precincts, including the 30th Precinct in Manhattan, the 41st, 44th, 46th, and 52nd Precincts in the Bronx, Patrol Borough Bronx, and the Bronx Impact Response Team. Over the years, Rivera steadily climbed the ranks, and in 2020, he earned the rank of Assistant Chief. He held commanding roles in precincts such as the 41st and 46th Precincts, as well as in larger divisions like Patrol Borough Manhattan North and Patrol Borough Bronx. He also served as the executive officer of the 52nd Precinct, Patrol Borough Manhattan North, and most recently, the Office of the Chief of Department. In his new capacity, Chief Rivera will lead the Police Department's Transportation Bureau, responsible for citywide traffic control and overseeing key units, including the NYPD’s Highway District, Traffic Operations District, and Traffic Enforcement District. Commissioner Caban expressed his privilege in elevating Chief Rivera to the executive staff, highlighting Rivera's remarkable vision and contributions to the NYPD over nearly three decades. He commended him as a consummate professional who embodies the values and concerns of both civilian and uniformed members of the police department and the community they serve.