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TikTok video by Shelby, CEBC

Whether on foot or on hooves, our officers are always ready.After someone stole a purse near West 72nd Street, our Mounted officer & his horse, Kelly, kept on her trail.Galloping down the street & with the help of a witness, they recovered the purse & apprehended the suspect.