NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch addresses the state of crime in New York City and the latest with the NYPD. The NYPD is launching a three-pronged effort to beef up the force including reinstating a timed-run requirement and a reduced college credit condition.

The NYPD is launching a three-pronged effort to beef up the dwindling ranks of New York’s Finest, including reinstating a timed-run requirement and a reduced college credit condition. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Wednesday that the changes are required to hire more cops as the department’s ranks have plunged dangerously in recent years — including among vital sergeants.