Joseph Roschbach is on the front lines of the borough’s drug epidemic. He recently revived a woman at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal using the anti overdose drug Naloxone.

"I have been lucky enough to give 15 people an opportunity to relive their life," said Roschbach.

Cops have been armed with Naloxone since 2014. City Officials and the NYPD honored more than 50 Staten Island Police Officers Tuesday for their life-saving efforts.

"The concept of the collective group was to put something together not only acknowledge the officers that went above and beyond the call of duty but also take another step towards heightening awareness," said Chief Edward Delatorre.

According to the Staten Island District Attorney’s Office, 81 people have died of suspected drug overdoses so far this year in the borough.

53 people have been saved by Naloxone. Officials started an initiative at the beginning of the year where all overdoses are treated as crime scenes.

"Trying to find leads that will bring us back to the provider of those drugs that cause that person to overdose," Delatorre added.

DA Michael McMahon says there has been two major drug takedowns this year, but he says tracking the dealers isn't easy.

"We have moved into a more modern era will cell phones and texting. It's become more like a concierge type of service. You call on your phone someone will deliver. They carry a small amount," said McMahon.

Many of the officers who were honored here are a part of the Too Good for Drugs program. Before their shifts they visit schools across Staten Island and educate 5th graders about the dangers of drugs.

"Our goal is a K to 12 curriculum that empowers young people with the ability to push back to avoid situations to make good decisions," said the borough president.

Officials say they will continue to honor cops who are key in the fight against the epidemic. They plan to hold this event every year.