The NYPD's Community Response Team Under Fire The New York Police Department's (NYPD) Community Response Team (CRT), established in 2013, was designed to reduce crime and improve community relations through a more nuanced approach to policing.
However, over the years, the team has faced criticism and controversy that have raised questions about its effectiveness and methods.
Understanding the NYPD's Community Response Team The CRT is an elite unit within the NYPD, comprising officers handpicked from various precincts for their community oriented approach to law enforcement.