New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd was critically injured in a shooting incident in Midtown Manhattan early Sunday morning. The incident occurred on West 38th Street near Seventh Avenue shortly after 2 a.m., according to law enforcement officials. Boyd, 29, is currently fighting for his life at Bellevue Hospital.
The Jets organization confirmed Boyd’s involvement in the incident. A representative stated, “We are aware of the situation involving Kris Boyd and will have no further comment at this time.” The identity of the victim was not initially released by the police, but sources later confirmed it was Boyd.
The altercation that led to the shooting took place outside Sei Less, a popular restaurant. Boyd was reportedly shot in the abdomen after a dispute escalated, resulting in two shots being fired. It remains unclear whether Boyd was the intended target of the shooting.
According to sources, Boyd was in the company of friends outside the restaurant when the dispute occurred. The shooter reportedly fled the scene in a BMW X6 SUV. Witnesses at the scene were uncooperative with the police. A second vehicle, a silver Mercedes-Benz Maybach, also left the scene following the shooting.
Boyd, who joined the Jets at the start of the season, has not yet played a game due to a shoulder injury sustained during pre-season practice. He is currently listed on the injured reserve for the Jets. Prior to joining the Jets, Boyd played for the Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, and Houston Texans.
Boyd was in and out of consciousness before being rushed to the hospital, where he is listed in critical but stable condition. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and no arrests have been made at this time.
Sei Less, an Asian-fusion restaurant, is known to be a popular spot for celebrities, including hip-hop and music stars. Boyd, who has earned over $8 million in his career, signed a $1.6 million contract to play for the Jets this season.