NYPD detective on horseback who reined in purse thief promoted after western flick-like scene
NYPD Detective Kyle McLaughlin was promoted to detective specialist after apprehending a purse thief on horseback in Manhattan. The arrest, which occurred while McLaughlin was riding his horse Kelly, was praised for demonstrating the department's readiness and range. McLaughlin, who has served in the NYPD's Mounted Unit for seven years, credited the success to teamwork with his equine partner.
- ▪Kyle McLaughlin was promoted to detective specialist following the April 15 arrest of Felicia Field at West 72nd Street and Columbus Avenue.
- ▪Felicia Field, the suspect, is a convicted killer currently on parole.
- ▪McLaughlin made the arrest while on horseback, maintaining control of his horse Kelly throughout the pursuit.
- ▪Kelly, a 23-year-old standardbred, was formerly a race horse saved from slaughter and named after a fallen officer.
- ▪NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch praised McLaughlin and Kelly's actions as emblematic of the department's capabilities.
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Metro NYPD detective on horseback who reined in purse thief promoted after western flick-like scene By Amanda Woods Published May 1, 2026, 7:23 p.m. ET An NYPD detective who chased down a Manhattan purse thief while on horseback was promoted Friday, as he humbly said the western flick-like pursuit was simply part of his job “to take action.” Kyle McLaughlin, 36, was bumped up from detective to detective specialist following the April 15 arrest of Felicia Field – who is also a convicted killer on parole – at West 72nd Street and Columbus Avenue. “It’s awesome. It feels very great being promoted,” said McLaughlin, a married dad of four.
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