NYPD Harbor Patrol Rescues Dog from Frigid East River

Rescue Operation

• 🚨 A call came in Sunday morning for a dog in the water in the vicinity of South Street Seaport.
• 🔍 The NYPD Harbor Patrol located the dog, described as a white blur, thanks to a bright pink harness.
• ⚠️ The dog was swimming in circles and appeared scared, making the rescue challenging.

Safe Recovery

• 🤲 With one scoop, the dog was safely brought aboard, wrapped in a blanket, still confused and wet.
• 🏥 Since the rescue, the dog has been resting safely at an Animal Care Center.
• ❓ The dog did not have tags or a microchip, and her human has still not been found.

Motivation for Rescuers

• ✨ The officers expressed that saving the dog is a prime example of why they do their job.
• 💖 Preservation of life, including that of furry friends, is a high priority for the NYPD.
• 🙏 The dog later showed gratitude to her rescuers with wagging tails, a moment of connection recognizable in any language.