Full Breakdown
Bronx Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Jets Player Kris Boyd
12/11/2025, 7:37:36 AM
Incident Overview
Frederick Green, a 20-year-old resident of The Bronx, has been charged with attempted murder following the shooting of New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd outside the Sei Less restaurant in Midtown Manhattan. The incident occurred on November 16, 2025, around 2 a.m. Boyd was shot in the abdomen during a confrontation with a group of men who had mocked the clothing of Boyd and his companions, which included fellow Jets players Irvin Charles and Jamien Sherwood. Boyd was hospitalized in critical condition but has since been discharged, although he continues to face complications from the injury.
Arrest and Charges
Green was apprehended on December 8, 2025, approximately 360 miles away in Buffalo, New York, where he was hiding at his girlfriend's apartment. He faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, assault, and criminal possession of a weapon. Surveillance footage reportedly captured Green, who was wearing a mask, shooting Boyd and fleeing the scene in a white BMW. Following the shooting, Green attempted to evade law enforcement by altering his appearance and deleting his social media accounts.
Background of Kris Boyd
Kris Boyd, 29, signed with the New York Jets earlier in 2025 after a career that included stints with the Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, and Houston Texans. He has been on injured reserve since August due to a shoulder injury sustained during practice. Boyd's NFL career began in 2019 when he was drafted by the Vikings. Despite the shooting incident, he made a surprise visit to the Jets' facility weeks later, indicating his ongoing recovery.
Official Statements & Responses
The New York Police Department confirmed the charges against Green and provided details about the incident, emphasizing that Boyd and his friends were unarmed during the confrontation. The U.S. Marshals Service reported that Green had significantly changed his physical appearance to avoid detection before his arrest. Boyd's recovery has been complicated by a bullet fragment that lodged in his pulmonary artery, necessitating further medical attention.
Criticism & Opposition
There has been criticism regarding the lack of cooperation from the owners of Sei Less, who reportedly did not provide surveillance footage to police. Additionally, witnesses at the scene were not forthcoming with information, complicating the investigation.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
While multiple sources confirm the details of the shooting and subsequent arrest, discrepancies exist regarding the timeline of events and the exact nature of Boyd's injuries. Some reports indicate he was initially listed in critical condition, while others note he has since been discharged but may require additional surgeries.
Verbatim Quotes
- “16 during a dispute outside Manhattan hot spot Sei Less.” — NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny
- “As police surrounded the location, Green attempted to jump out of a window, prosecutors said, before eventually surrendering to police.” — U.S. Marshals Service statement
- “Boyd was hospitalized after the shooting but a few weeks later visited the Jets’ facility, surprising teammates and attending a special teams meeting.” — Source
The case against Frederick Green continues to unfold as he awaits further court proceedings.
