Two NYPD Bomb Squad detectives with a shared history of service in the US Marine Corps were promoted this week, marking a significant milestone in their careers.

Shared Service and Promotion

Olivier Bagley, 44, and Christopher Toal, 46, were among 14 detectives promoted to the second-grade rank on Monday at a ceremony held at One Police Plaza. The event was presided over by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch.

Bagley and Toal first served together in the Marines in 2004, as members of the First Battalion, Fifth Marines. “We were in Fallujah, and then we both joined the police department around the same time,” Bagley told The Post. “We were in the Marines together and now we’re in the Bomb Squad together. So it really is a bond that we have.”

Response to Gracie Mansion Incident

The two detectives also responded together to the ISIS-inspired bomb attack outside Gracie Mansion. While they were hesitant to discuss the details of the incident, both expressed pride in their work and dedication to keeping the city safe.

Reflections on Career and Service

Bagley, a Purple Heart recipient, described the promotion as “a culmination of my overall hard work in the police department.” He enlisted in the Marines on September 4, 2001, just days after the 9/11 attacks and was injured during the first battle of Fallujah when his convoy was attacked by insurgents.

Toal, a six-year member of the NYPD’s elite Emergency Service Unit, called the promotion “a humbling experience” and stated that being a police officer is “the best job in the world.” He emphasized the importance of teamwork and the high caliber of his colleagues.

Recognition from City Leaders

Mayor Mamdani and Commissioner Tisch both expressed their gratitude to the officers involved in the Gracie Mansion response. “Thanks to the many service members who helped to defuse the danger that day, no one was injured, no dinner table in this city has an empty seat today,” Mamdani stated. Tisch highlighted the unpredictable and demanding nature of the job, praising the officers’ courage and commitment.

Bagley also received the Patrolmen Gregory Foster and Rocco Laurie Uncommon Valor Award from the department. Both detectives expressed their honor at serving the city and working alongside dedicated colleagues.