He was one of 4,253 auxiliary police officers throughout the city.
Last night she told a group of auxiliary officers, "They were my kids."
The minimum age to become an auxiliary officer is 17.
Nowadays, auxiliary officers must be at least 17 years old and no more than 60.
The police force also has a complement of auxiliary officers.
Established in 1957, there are currently 340 auxiliary officers on the force.
"The auxiliary officers are a very valuable resource in that way."
Auxiliary officers who leave the force will have to return the vests.
The Fifth has 143 auxiliary officers now, more than any other precinct.
At 89, he is not only its oldest member but also the auxiliary police officer who has served longest.
