Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Man Convicted of Murdering Friend During Drunken Binge

1/23/2026

45 9 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

A Suffolk County jury convicted Jeremy Allen of first-degree murder for killing his longtime friend Christopher Hahn during a drinking binge on September 27, 2024.
Prosecutors described the attack as a betrayal of friendship and deliberate cruelty.
The jury also found him guilty of tampering with evidence.
He faces a life sentence without parole, with sentencing scheduled for February 26, 2026.

1 of 1

Story summary

A Suffolk County jury convicted Jeremy Allen of first-degree murder for killing his longtime friend Christopher Hahn during a drinking binge on September 27, 2024.
Prosecutors described the attack as a betrayal of friendship and deliberate cruelty.
The jury also found him guilty of tampering with evidence.
He faces a life sentence without parole, with sentencing scheduled for February 26, 2026.