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Join us on October 1 at the Terrace Rooftop for the PAPBA Cigar and Whiskey Night. All proceeds benefit the Port Authority PBA Widows and Children’s Fund.

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Port Authority Police officers cover a wide array of responsibilities. Our officers must be prepared to engage a terrorist target at a moment’s notice while having the grace to respectfully connect with a runaway child.

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  • On this day, National Police Women's Day, Port Authority Police Captain Kathy Mazza's, E.O.W. 9/11/2001, legacy exemplifies the courage, resolve, and dedication of the American Police Woman. The last day of Captain Mazza's life was one of heroics and ultimate sacrifice. Leading a squad of officers, they rescued many. After the first tower collapsed, they were with a woman in a rescue chair trying desperately to get her to safety. There came a point in time when Captain Mazza ordered her cops to leave the building to save themselves while Captain Mazza stayed with the woman. Witnesses reported she used her weapon to shoot out large lobby windows, creating more escape routes. During the World Trade Center recovery operations, Captain Mazza's body was found still with the woman she tried with her life to save. There is no greater love. #sacrifice #selflesssacrifice #thesacrificecontinues #September11 #WTC #nationalpolicewomensday #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • September 12, 2025, National Police Women's Day; The Port Authority PBA celebrates and acknowledges the contributions, courage, and outstanding work of our sister Port Authority police officers. The heroic service of approximately 300 female PAPD officers has encouraged many young women to pursue law enforcement careers. The PBA thanks our sisters for their dedication to the people of New York, New Jersey, and the millions using Port Authority facilities daily. #nationalpolicewomensday #PAPD #PAPBA ##papdprotectsnynj
  • September 11, 2025, Louisiana State University; Justen Morales, son of Port Authority PBA 2nd VP, Police Officer Cesar Morales, joined his brothers of the LA Beta Chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilion Fraternity in the LSU Corps of Cadets 9/11 Stair Climb in LSU Tiger Stadium. The LSU Corps of Cadets stated,
  • September 11, 2025, Weehawken, NJ; Members of the PAPD Lincoln Tunnel Command in tribute formation for the thirty-seven Port Authority police officers killed in the line-of-duty on September 11, 2001, and all who perished during the attacks on America at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and aboard United Airlines Flight 93. #September11 #WTC #UAL93 ##PAPD37 #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • Statement by PAPD Detectives Endowment Association President Leonard Marone. Street Dedicated in Honor of Detective Thomas Inman, Port Authority Police Department [September 11, 2025] — The Port Authority Detectives Endowment Association is proud to announce the official street naming in honor of Detective Thomas Inman, a 30-year veteran of the Port Authority Police Department and a Vietnam War veteran, who passed away due to cancer developed from his service at Ground Zero following the September 11th terrorist attacks. Detective Inman served with distinction throughout his career. Following the 9/11 attacks, he responded to the World Trade Center site, participating in the search and recovery efforts. His exposure to toxins during that time led to a cancer diagnosis that ultimately claimed his life. Detective Inman is survived by his wife, mother, two brothers, nieces, and nephews. This street naming serves as a lasting tribute to Detective Inman’s courage, commitment, and service — not only to the Port Authority but to the nation. “This dedication ensures that Detective Inman's heroism will never be forgotten,” said a spokesperson for the Port Authority Detectives Endowment Association. “His actions exemplify the sacrifice and strength of our law enforcement community.” The Port Authority Detectives Endowment Association would like to thank all those who made this honor possible, including the New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez (4th Senate District), and NY Assemblymember Michael Durso (9th Assembly District). And special thanks goes to Police Officer Frank Conti and Police Officer Shaun Kehoe of the Port Authority Police Benevolent Association, whose tireless efforts were instrumental in seeing this street dedication through. Without Officer Conti’s leadership and Officer Kehoe’s perseverance, this recognition may not have been realized. This street naming not only honors Detective Inman’s legacy but also reflects the enduring respect and appreciation for all first responders who risked — and gave — their lives in service to others. #thesacrificecontinues #PAPDDEA #PAPD #PAPBA ##papdprotectsnynj
  • During the nine-month World Trade Center Rescue and Recovery, Port Authority police officers selflessly worked to bring the fallen home. Their heroic work in the hellish aftermath of the attacks showed the world their determination, fortitude, and resiliency with undeniable love for their fellow man. As toxins invaded their bodies, they continued on until their mission was complete. Eighteen Port Authority police officers have since succumbed to 9/11 WTC illnesses contracted during their rescue and recovery efforts. Look at their faces, say their names, and honor their sacrifices. Collages 1, 2, 3, 4, clockwise: 1) Police Officer Anthony Mezzacappa, Captain John Collins, Police Officer David Lee, Captain Richard Ruiz. 2) Police Officer Frederick Maley, Lieutenant William Doubraski, Police Officer William Leahy, Detective Thomas Inman. 3) Police Officer Michael Teel, Lieutenant John Brant, Police Officer James Kennelly, Police Officer Mark Meier. 4) Police Officer Charles Barzydlo, Sergeant Lawrence Guarnieri, Police Officer Steven Tursellino, Sergeant Vincent Oliva. 5) Police Officer Pavlos Pallas, top. Police officer John Cortazzo #September11 #WTC #thesacrificecontinues #PAPD #PAPBA
  • The Port Authority PBA always honors and remembers Port Authority Police Officer Anthony Varvaro, E.O.W. 9/11/2022. Police Officer Varvaro was en route to his assignment at the 2022 WTC 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony when he was struck and killed by a wrong-way driver. Anthony, continue your rest in the Lord's eternal embrace. Always Honored, Never Forgotten. #thesacrificecontinues #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • September 11, 2001, Port Authority police officers were the first of the first responders to the World Trade Center. They were soon joined by multiple agencies throughout the New York Metropolitan area. Together, these selfless and heroic responders performed the greatest rescue in history. Four hundred and fifteen law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians perished so others may live. Thirty-seven were Port Authority police officers who responded from all New York and New Jersey PAPD commands to the doomed Towers. The loss of thirty-seven Port Authority police officers is the largest single loss of officers in a single event suffered by a police department in the history of American law enforcement. The Port Authority PBA has and always will honor and remember the PAPD37 and their sacrifice. May they and all who perished in the attacks on America rest in the Lord's eternal embrace. #september11 #WTC #Pentagon #UnitedAirlinesFlight93 #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • Twenty-four years ago tonight, we went to sleep and awoke to a beautiful morning, soon turning into an unimaginable horror. Evil fell upon us, changing the fabric of our lives forever. May the Lord keep the innocents who perished in an eternal embrace. #SEPTEMBER11 #WTC #Pentagon #UnitedAirlinesFlight93 #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj #PAPD37
  • Tuesday, September 9,2025, Gladstone, NJ; Port Authority Police Department National Anthem Singer Police Officer Michelle Nicoles, PAPD Piper Police Officer Matt Westfield, and the PAPD Honor Guard helped kick off the Hamilton Farm's Tunnel to Towers Tournament. Retired PAPD World Trade Center Hero Detective Will Jimeno joined the tournament addressing the gathering at the tournament's dinner. The tournament's proceeds benefitted the great work of Tunnel to Towers. #T2T #tunneltotowers #hamiltonfarmgolfclub #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • The Port Authority Police Armed Forces Association helping to support our nation’s homeless veterans. Join the Armed Forces Association on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Twin Lights Brewery, Tinton Falls, New Jersey, to help those who helped to protect us all. #Veterans #homelessveterans #twinlightsbrewing #PAPDAFA #PAPD #PAPBA #papdprotectsnynj
  • Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Elizabeth, NJ; Port Authority Police and Elizabeth Firefighters responded to the Port Authority New Jersey Marine Terminals for a fire in a shipping container transporting damaged vehicles. The container was to be transferred to a ship destined for an overseas location. It was reported that the driver of the truck hauling the container heard a loud sound, causing the driver to stop the truck and investigate. This proved to be critical since a fire had ignited in a vehicle stored in the container. The fire was successfully extinguished by Elizabeth firefighters. In 2023, a car on a ship scheduled to depart for overseas ignited, starting a major fire aboard the ship, killing two heroic Newark firefighters. In today's incident, the actions of the truck driver, Elizabeth firefighters, and PAPD cops possibly averted a potential shipboard disaster. An outstanding job by all involved. #PAPD #ElizabethFD #PAPDNJMT #PortNewark #truckDriver #PAPBA ##papdprotectsnynj