To recognize the outstanding efforts of members of the New York City Police Department, Police Commissioner William J. Bratton presided over a promotion ceremony of uniformed officers and civilians at One Police Plaza on Friday
�We need the best and brightest to keep New York City safe. Those being promoted today represent that,� Police Commissioner Bratton said during the ceremony.
Among those promoted included Sergeant Joel Witriol. He becomes the first Chasidic Jewish sergeant in NYPD history. Prior to becoming a police officer, he volunteered with the NYPD as an auxiliary officer. He is pictured with Police Commissioner Bratton and his proud family.
(Chaim Shapiro – YWN)
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Congrats to Sgt. Witriol.
Nice story!
Which kehilla is he from?
Which precinct will he serve at?
Just curious!
First Chasidic NYPD Sergeant? is there a Litvish sergeant that he is the first CHASIDIC?
My cousins friend I think is a sergeant. Or a lieutenant. He’s litvish. Mazel Tov to Sergeant Witriol…
Garlic #3 – there actually are at least two “litvish” that I know of.
#2, if you are that curious, google it or check the local news; you will find your answers
@garlic:
Yitzy Joblin is a Litvish looking Sgt. with the NYPD