NYPD Chief on Modified Duty as Patrol Borough BX North Launches
Key Questions
What is Patrol Borough Bronx North and why was it created?
Patrol Borough Bronx North (PBXN) is a new NYPD command formed by splitting the Bronx into two patrol boroughs to improve operations. The city plans to add 200 officers as part of this restructuring.
Why was the chief of Patrol Borough Bronx North placed on modified duty?
The chief was placed on modified duty following an off-duty non-fatal shooting incident. This occurred around the same time as the launch of the new borough command.
Who was appointed as the head of Patrol Borough Bronx North?
NYPD Assistant Chief Aneudy C was appointed as the new head of Patrol Borough Bronx North. NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch participated in related announcements alongside city and state officials.
The new Patrol Borough Bronx North (PBXN) launched, but its chief was placed on modified duty after an off-duty non-fatal shooting. Now, Assistant Chief Castillo has been appointed as the new head of PBXN, though he has a past misconduct complaint. This raises questions about leadership stability and operational impact on local precincts. The city plans to add 200 officers and split the Bronx into two patrol boroughs.