NYPD Legend's Rise: Bronx Kid to Fort Apache Hero | Ralph Friedman Pt 1

🎥 Episode 81 Part 1
In Episode 81 Part 1, NYPD's most decorated detective Ralph Friedman shares his journey from a sheltered Bronx childhood in the 1950s-60s to joining NYPD in 1968 as a fingerprint tech, then patrolling the infamous 41st Precinct (Fort Apache). Hear raw tales of proactive policing, 2000 arrests, 15 shootings, off-duty heroics, and the adrenaline rush that fueled his career—cut short by a devastating accident. A gripping start for true crime fans, cop history buffs, and NYC enthusiasts—stay tuned for Parts 2 & 3!

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Detective Friedman has been the subject of numerous articles and interviews. He is the co-author of the book "Street Warrior: NYPD's Most Decorated Detective and the Era that Created Him" based on his career.

A 2017 television series, which is currently available on Amazon Prime and is called "Street Justice the Bronx," was also based on his career. Friedman was featured in the movie "Tattoo" with Bruce Dern, and he was the technical advisor to the prequel movie for the Sopranos called "The Many Saints of Newark."


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00:00 Introduction
03:05 Personal Reflections and Family
06:08 Growing Up and Family Background
10:44 Interests Beyond Policing
22:05 The Police Academy Experience
30:38 First Assignment: The 41st Precinct
34:29 Camaraderie and Partnerships
36:25 A Fight Between Friends
37:35 The Longest Fight Ever
39:54 Life in the 41st Precinct
41:50 Street Justice
43:22 The Reality of Policing
45:06 The Evolution of Policing
47:23 Starting Out as a Rookie
49:32 Foot Patrol and Beyond
53:16 The Fiscal Crisis of 1975
57:28 Returning to the Bronx
01:00:03 The Naked Guy Incident
01:03:20 Encounter with Corruption
01:08:16 Proactive Policing