New Jets Player Kris Boyd Critically Injured in Manhattan Shooting Police Seek Suspect
Law enforcement officials have made public fresh security camera footage depicting an individual sought in relation to the gunfire incident involving New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd, whose health status is still critical.
The individual in question — observed most recently in a dark hat, a black hooded top, and black trousers, while also carrying a backpack — was recorded by cameras at the scene of the event in Manhattan on Sunday, November 16th. As of now, no detentions have occurred, and the New York Police Department is requesting public assistance in recognizing the person seen in the security images.
Boyd, aged 29, sustained a gunshot wound to his abdomen just outside the midtown eatery Sei Less following a physical altercation. A pair of gunshots were discharged.
Reports indicate the sportsman was experiencing intermittent awareness while being urgently transported to Bellevue Hospital. The nature of any connection between Boyd and the assailant remains unknown, and authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances preceding the confrontation.
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A representative for the Jets provided a declaration to ESPN’s Rich Cimini once details of the event emerged, stating, “We acknowledge the situation concerning Kris Boyd and will offer no additional remarks at this juncture.”
The Jets were not scheduled to play on Sunday, having suffered a defeat against the New England Patriots on Thursday, November 13th. Boyd launched his NFL journey subsequent to his selection by the Minnesota Vikings in 2019, spending four seasons with that franchise prior to signing with the Arizona Cardinals in 2023. He inked a contract with the Houston Texans in the subsequent year, then agreed to a single-year, $1.6 million agreement with the Jets prior to the ongoing season.
Boyd has been placed on the squad’s injured reserve roster since August because of a shoulder ailment sustained during the preseason.
When reports of Boyd’s state became widespread on Sunday, numerous individuals within the NFL community expressed their solidarity and well wishes.
“Sending prayers for @TexasFootball alumnus, and present Jets athlete, Kris Boyd. This is truly overwhelming,” NFL analyst Emmanuel Acho posted on X.
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Boyd’s Jets colleague Jermaine Johnson released his own message on social media, stating, “Everyone, please offer prayers for my brother and teammate Kris Boyd and his loved ones!!! May the Lord extend His healing touch upon Kris and lead him back to well-being and security. I implore You, Lord, to see him through this ordeal without harm. In Your name, Amen.”
Defensive tackle Harrison Phillips further commented in a submission, “Lord, lay your powerful hand upon him as he struggles, Lord God. Direct every physician, nurse, and surgeon who attends to him, Lord. Grant his family fortitude! Kris possesses a fighting spirit, and we stand by him.”
Eric Adams, the current mayor of New York City nearing the end of his term, likewise participated in the discourse. “My thoughts and prayers are with New York Jets athlete Kris Boyd and his family,” he posted on X. “Despite achieving historically low levels of shootings in our metropolis, we must persist in our efforts to eradicate gun violence. Far too many youthful existences have been regrettably changed and ended prematurely by this pervasive issue.”
