Port Authority of New York & New Jersey
The Port Authority's three major airports, Newark Liberty International Airport, John F. Kennedy International, and LaGuardia, handle over 80 million air passengers, over 1.1 million aircraft movements, and over 2.5 million tons of air cargo annually. Policing these aviation facilities involves a wide variety of duties. Police personnel cover screening points, respond to all aircraft incidents, and aid travelers from all parts of the world. Escorting and protecting visiting dignitaries is provided for on a daily basis. The President of the United States, Pope John Paul II, and various other dignitaries and foreign Heads of State attending the United Nations have all traveled through Port Authority facilities.
The Port Authority Police are also responsible for fire fighting and crash emergency rescue at the three airports and for all other aircraft emergency incidents. Police personnel assigned to fire and rescue duty are highly trained in all phases of these functions including the operation of sophisticated and complex equipment, fire fighting vehicles and water rescue equipment.
Port Authority Marine Terminal facilities handle thousands of ships, over 14.5 million long tons of cargo per year. Police operations at Port Newark/Elizabeth, and the Brooklyn Piers include everything from traffic control to the prevention and investigation of cargo thefts.
The Department's headquarters is located in Jersey City, New Jersey, where managerial and command functions reside.
You can contact the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey at:
225 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10003
(212) 435-7000
Port Authority Police Department Inquiries: (201) 239-3500
To Report Suspicious Activity: 1 (800) 828-7273
web site: http://www.panynj.gov