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URGENT Message From DEA President Paul DiGiacomo Re: “DOA Jobs”

URGENT Message From DEA President Paul DiGiacomo Re: “DOA Jobs”

As we all mourn the tragic loss of our fellow Detective Cedric Dixon, we MUST be more unified than ever. Every member must first and foremost protect his or herself from this COVID-19 pandemic. The DEA will continue to be in your corner as we deal with this crisis.

Going forward, under no circumstances will any New York City Detective respond to “DOA jobs” without proper personal protective equipment. No Detective will enter a location such as a residence or commercial establishment where there is a “DOA job” without the proper personal protective equipment.

Personal protective equipment MUST consist of properly rated latex gloves, N-95 mask with face shield, and a full tyvek suit. The DEA has purchased personal protective equipment for distribution to members as needed.

Additionally, Detectives are strongly urged to wear proper protective equipment when interacting with any individual diagnosed with COVID-19 or exhibiting symptoms of the virus.

Every member’s absolute most important priority is to remain safe and healthy — and to keep his or her family protected from this virus.

Please immediately contact a Delegate, Welfare Officer, Trustee, or the DEA office if you are instructed to perform your official duties in any way that you feel risks your health or the health of a fellow Detective.

These are unprecedented times. IT IS URGENT THAT EVERY MEMBER TAKE THESE PROPER PRECAUTIONS AND SHARE THIS MESSAGE WITH FELLOW DETECTIVES. 

The DEA will continue to fight for your rights, health, and safety. Together we will get through this. In unity there is strength.

Fraternally, Paul DiGiacomo, President

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