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Man charged with first-degree murder in death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

New York City, United States – A man from New York City has been indicted on first-degree murder charges in connection with the death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller. The incident has shocked the city and raised concerns about the safety of law enforcement officers. The accused, whose name has not been released to the public, is alleged to have committed the heinous crime during a routine patrol in the city. Officer Diller was responding …

Tragic Shooting in Queens: NYPD Officer Fatally Shot While Investigating Suspected Gunman

New York, NY – An NYPD sergeant’s directive to fallen officer Jonathan Diller and his partner led to a fatal confrontation in Far Rockaway, Queens. The incident occurred when the sergeant spotted a man with what appeared to be a gun concealed in his hoodie last Monday. NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny revealed details of the incident during a briefing at police headquarters in Manhattan on Wednesday. According to Kenny, body camera footage indicates …

Trump Calls for Mandatory Death Penalty for Cop Killers After Murder of NYPD Detective

Green Bay, Wisconsin – Former President Donald Trump called for a mandatory death sentence for cop killers in the aftermath of the tragic murder of NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller. Speaking at a campaign rally, Trump urged Congress to pass legislation ensuring that individuals convicted of killing law enforcement officers face capital punishment. This comes shortly after attending Diller’s wake in Long Island. Trump, 77, received a standing ovation from the crowd as he declared his …

Suspect Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

New York City, New York – The man charged with murdering NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller in Far Rockaway, Queens, has been identified as 34-year-old Guy Rivera. Officer Diller, a beloved member of the force for three years, was tragically killed during a routine traffic stop, leaving behind a grieving wife and young son. Described as a dedicated and selfless officer, Diller’s senseless death has shocked the community and sparked outrage. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz …

Gunman accused of killing NYPD officer in Queens ordered held without bail

Queens, New York – A tragic incident occurred during a routine traffic stop in Queens earlier this week, resulting in the fatal shooting of NYPD Officer Jonathan E. Diller from Long Island. The accused gunman, Guy Rivera, 34, of Woodside, Queens, was charged with first-degree murder and several other charges, including attempted murder of another officer, during the deadly encounter where his gun jammed. Prosecutors in Queens announced Rivera’s charges, highlighting the horrific events that …

Suspect Charged with First-Degree Murder in Shooting Death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

New York, NY – An alleged shooter has been charged with first-degree murder for the killing of Police Officer Jonathan Diller in Queens. District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the charges on Thursday, stating that the suspect, Guy Rivera, faces life imprisonment without parole if convicted. Rivera, 34, was arrested three days after the shooting incident on Mott Avenue in Far Rockaway. Diller, a 31-year-old NYPD officer, succumbed to his injuries at Jamaica Hospital after being …

Suspect with More Than 20 Prior Arrests Charged with Murder of NYPD Officer in Queens

QUEENS, New York – The NYPD charged Guy Rivera, 34, with murder, attempted murder, and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon for the fatal shooting of NYPD officer Jonathan Diller. Diller, a 31-year-old father and three-year police veteran, was investigating a vehicle parked illegally at a bus stop in Far Rockaway when Rivera allegedly opened fire. Rivera reportedly refused to exit the vehicle, brandished a gun, and shot Diller in the stomach, just …

Driver Charged with Felony Weapons Charges in Fatal Queens Shooting Involving NYPD Officer

Far Rockaway, Queens — A tragic incident unfolded on Monday night in Far Rockaway, Queens, when NYPD Officer Jonathan E. Diller, a Long Island native, lost his life in a fatal shooting during a routine traffic stop. Lindy Jones, 31, the driver of the vehicle, was arraigned on Wednesday for felony weapons charges after a search of his car revealed a loaded and defaced 9 mm handgun. Guy Rivera, 34, the alleged shooter, remains hospitalized …

Suspect “Killa” Charged in Shooting Death of NYPD Officer During Traffic Stop

New York City, New York – Lindy Jones, a career criminal known as “Killa,” found himself charged with criminal possession of a weapon and defacing a weapon after being involved in a tragic incident that led to the shooting death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller. The fatal encounter occurred during a routine traffic stop in Flatbush, where Officer Diller was fatally shot in the stomach by the passenger in the vehicle, 34-year-old Guy Rivera, on …

Long Island NYPD Officer Fatally Shot During Traffic Stop Tug-of-War

Massapequa Park, New York – An NYPD officer was fatally shot during a traffic stop turned deadly encounter in Far Rockaway on Monday night. NYPD Officer Jonathan E. Diller, a married father of one, lost his life while engaging in a tug-of-war with the suspected gunman over the car door. Diller, 31, was the first NYPD officer killed in the line of duty since 2022. The tragic incident unfolded when Diller approached the passenger side …