New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is battling for his life after being shot outside a Manhattan restaurant in the early hours of Sunday morning, November 16.
Critical Incident Outside Restaurant
According to New York Police Department reports, the 29-year-old football professional was shot in the stomach during an altercation that occurred around 2 a.m. ET outside a restaurant on 38th Street near 7th Avenue. The incident reportedly began as a dispute that escalated rapidly, leading to two gunshots being fired.
Emergency services rushed Boyd to Bellevue Hospital, where medical staff listed him in "critical but stable condition" according to official police statements. While authorities did not initially release Boyd's name, the Jets organization confirmed their awareness of the situation involving their player.
Investigation and Evidence Gathering
Law enforcement sources revealed that surveillance footage captured two vehicles leaving a parking garage near the restaurant shortly before the shooting. Both vehicles reportedly pulled over and interacted with Boyd and his group before the situation turned violent.
"Moments later, the gunman opened fire, striking Boyd and then sped off in one of the vehicles," an official familiar with the investigation stated. Authorities confirmed that no arrests have been made and the investigation remains active.
Investigators are expected to obtain access to the garage's surveillance footage and are receiving cooperation from witnesses who were present during the incident. The NYPD continues to gather evidence and pursue leads in the case.
Team Response and Career Background
The New York Jets organization issued a brief statement acknowledging the situation: "We are aware of the situation involving Kris Boyd. We will have no further comment at this time."
Boyd's teammates have taken to social media to express their support, with Jermaine Johnson and Harrison Phillips among those asking for prayers for the injured player.
The cornerback was originally drafted in the seventh round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings after playing college football at the University of Texas. His professional journey included stints with the Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans before signing with the Jets during the most recent offseason.
Boyd had been placed on injured reserve in August due to a shoulder injury, temporarily sidelining his football career before this more serious incident occurred.
