BREAKING: New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is in critical but stable condition following a shooting incident outside a club in Midtown Manhattan early this morning. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. near West 38th Street and Seventh Avenue, prompting an urgent investigation by the NYPD.
Witnesses reported that Boyd, 29, was involved in a verbal altercation before shots were fired. He was subsequently shot in the abdomen and transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment. Sources indicate that Boyd was “clinging to life” before reaching the hospital, highlighting the severity of his injuries.
The shooting suspect reportedly fled the scene in a BMW X8 SUV, with additional reports of a silver Mercedes-Maybach speeding away shortly after the incident. Police are actively investigating the scene but have made no arrests as of now, as many witnesses have been uncooperative.
In response to the alarming situation, Jermaine Johnson II, a linebacker for the Jets, called for prayers for Boyd on social media. “Everybody please send prayers to my brother and teammate Kris Boyd and his family!!!” he wrote, emphasizing the emotional weight of this incident for the team and its supporters.
Additionally, New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed his concerns via social media, stating, “I am praying for the New York Jets player Kris Boyd and his loved ones.” He acknowledged the progress made in reducing gun violence in the city but stressed the ongoing need to address this persistent issue, emphasizing the tragic impact of such violence on young lives.
Boyd, who joined the Jets this year and previously played for the Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, and Houston Texans, was not active in the Jets’ recent game due to being listed on injured reserve. The Jets organization has confirmed they are aware of the situation but declined to comment further at this time.
As the investigation continues, the Jets community and fans remain on edge, hoping for Boyd’s recovery while grappling with the reality of gun violence in the city. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life in urban environments.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as authorities work to uncover the details surrounding the shooting and ensure justice is served.
