The New York Mets held a moving moment of silence for slain NYPD police officer Jonathan Diller before Friday’s home opener.
As Mets and Brewers players stood on the baseline waiting for the national anthem at Citi Field in Queens, Amazine flashed Diller’s name and face on a mid-sized jumbotron, commemorating the fallen Finest’s “Courage and the City.” “He made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our safety.” ” said the stadium announcer.
The emotional memorial came on the second day of a vigil on Long Island for Mr. Diller, whose 31-year-old father of one was shot and killed during a traffic stop in the Far Rockaway neighborhood of Queens on Monday. Ta.
The NYPD thanked the Mets for their assistance.
“We would like to express our gratitude to you all. @Mets Thank you for your condolences and support for fallen officer Jonathan Diller and his family at today’s ceremony. #start date Ceremony at @City Field,” New York City Police Department tweets.
“We wish the Mets a great 2024 season as New York City continues to honor our heroes,” the network added.
The Mets, whose original home opener on Thursday was postponed due to rain, ended up losing 3-1.
Diller was allegedly shot in the abdomen by career criminal Guy Rivera, 34, after he and his partner recognized Rivera’s car parked in front of a bus stop while on patrol Monday.
Rivera, who was shot and wounded during the exchange, was charged Thursday with murder and gun possession, officials said. He is being held without bail.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul attended Diller’s wake in Massapequa, Long Island, on Friday, but quickly left after a tense confrontation with mourners.
On Thursday, former President Donald Trump offered his condolences to fallen officers, while Presidents Biden and former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama joined celebrities at a lavish fundraiser that closed down Midtown Manhattan. He rubbed his elbows together.
