Yisroel R.

The NYPD’s 66th Precinct announced that officers removed a loaded illegal firearm from the streets Tuesday evening.

According to the precinct, the firearm was recovered by members of the 66th Precinct Night Q-Team as part of their ongoing enforcement efforts in the area.

The NYPD said the recovery was part of continued efforts to take illegal firearms off the streets and keep the community safe, praising the officers for remaining proactive and vigilant.

A photo shared by the precinct showed the firearm, along with a magazine and ammunition recovered during the incident.