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Harrison began his career with the NYPD as a cadet in 1991. He was then appointed to Police
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fiscal budget begins on July 1 and ends on June 30. Harrison graduated from the NYC Police
Academy on January 12, 1993. After graduating, he patrolled the 114th Precinct in Astoria, Queens.
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