STAND WITH TOM

Tom Stanten is a retired New York City Police Department (NYPD) Detective Investigator, U.S. Navy veteran, and K9 bomb detection handler running for New York State Senate in District 26. Born and raised in New York City and Clinton, Connecticut, he has dedicated his career to public safety, and community service.

Education

Tom has an Associates Degree in Science (HVAC) from New England Institute of Technology, a Bachelors Degree in Business Science, Communications, Behavioral Science from New York Institute of Technology, and a Masters Degree in Security, Emergency, and Public Administration Management from CUNY John Jay College.

Military Service

In 2000, Tom enlisted in the United States Navy. He served aboard the USS Carl Vinson. Following the September 11 attacks, he participated in the carrier's first counter-offensive operations in the Arabian Sea, serving a 120-day deployment.

Law Enforcement Career (NYPD)

After his military service, Tom joined the NYPD, beginning his career at the 75th Precinct in East New York, Brooklyn. He later served as a Detective Investigator in the Brooklyn South Organized Crime Control Bureau, focusing on Narcotics Enforcement (SNEU) and investigations into opium distribution. His career also included dignitary protection operations with the NYPD Intelligence Division and service in the Narcotics Borough Manhattan South.

Post-Retirement and Security Career Following his retirement from the NYPD in 2013, Tom specialized in Executive Protection and K9 handling. For nearly a decade, he worked as a K9 handler for MSA Security, specializing in bomb detection at high-profile locations, including the United Nations, the Times Square theater district, and various sports arenas.

Personal Life and Community Involvement

Tom remains active in local organizations and philanthropic charities. He is also a member of the Wounded Warrior Project Alumni, and the American Legion.

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