Suspect Arrested in Attempted Murder Case
A Bronx man has been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd. Police identified the suspect as 20-year-old Frederick Green. He was arrested on Monday and now faces charges of attempted murder, assault, and criminal weapon possession. Additionally, officers say the case moved quickly once new evidence surfaced.
How the Shooting Happened
The shooting took place at 2:00 a.m. on 16 November outside a crowded New York City restaurant. Boyd was with two Jets teammates and another friend. However, a group of strangers began taunting them, according to police. The situation escalated into a fight. As a result, officers say Green pulled out a gun and shot Boyd twice in the abdomen.
Boyd was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. His lung was damaged, and a bullet lodged in his pulmonary artery. Fortunately, he survived and was later released. Moreover, ESPN reported that he recently visited the Jets’ practice facility to reconnect with the team.
Surveillance Video and Arrest
Surveillance video captured Green running from the scene and entering a waiting vehicle. Meanwhile, investigators launched a wide search. On 8 December, officers tracked him to Buffalo, about 580km (360 miles) from New York City. He was hiding in his girlfriend’s apartment.
The US Marshals say Green looked outside for an escape route when officers arrived. However, he retreated once he saw the police dog. The standoff ended soon after. Green surrendered with his hands up. According to officials, he had changed his appearance to avoid being recognized.
Boyd’s NFL Career
Boyd joined the Jets earlier this year but has been on injured reserve since August due to a shoulder injury. Before that, he played two seasons with the Houston Texans, one season with the Arizona Cardinals, and four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings. Overall, he has built a solid reputation as a dedicated cornerback.
