Drunken Ex-Con Charged With Shooting At NYPD Officers

Drunken Ex-Con Charged With Shooting At NYPD Officers

Just when you thought New York City couldn’t get any more chaotic, along comes Joel Kelly, a 60-year-old ex-con with an apparent death wish and a blood alcohol level that would make a frat boy blush. While most of us were sleeping off our Friday night shenanigans, Kelly decided to turn Far Rockaway into his personal shooting gallery, with NYPD officers as his unwilling targets. Is this the freedom we’re all working so hard for? Buckle up, folks, because this story is a wild ride through the underbelly of the city that never sleeps – or apparently, never sobers up either.

Shots Fired in Queens

In the early hours of Saturday morning, Joel Kelly, a 60-year-old ex-convict, was arrested for shooting at NYPD officers in Far Rockaway, Queens. Kelly, who was heavily intoxicated at the time, fired a single shot at the officers before attempting to flee the scene. The incident quickly escalated, resulting in Kelly being charged with attempted murder of a police officer and gun possession.

This alarming incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers on a daily basis. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of current gun control measures and the rehabilitation of ex-offenders.

A Pattern of Violence

Kelly’s arrest is just one in a series of recent violent incidents in Queens. In a separate case, 25-year-old Shamel Capers was charged in a shooting that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man. Capers had previously been convicted for the 2016 shooting death of 15-year-old D’aja Robinson, though that conviction was overturned in November 2022.

Tragedy Strikes the NYPD

In a heartbreaking turn of events, NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Far Rockaway, Queens. Guy Rivera, 34, has been charged with first-degree murder of Officer Diller and attempted murder for aiming at a second officer. The driver of the vehicle, Lindy Jones, 41, faces gun crime charges.

Officer Diller’s wake in Massapequa Park saw an outpouring of support from the community and law enforcement. Both former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden offered their condolences, highlighting the bipartisan nature of grief in the face of such tragedy.

As we reflect on these recent events, it’s clear that the pursuit of justice and safety in our communities is an ongoing struggle. The bravery of officers like Jonathan Diller serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who choose to protect and serve.

Sources

  1. Drunken ex-con charged with shooting at NYPD cops during boozy bust: cops

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