NEW YORK: A Pakistan-American officer of New York Police who was shot in head while off duty has died, City’s Police Commissioner said Tuesday night. Officer Adeed Fayaz (26) five-year veteran of New York Police Department (NYPD) had been hospitalised in Brooklyn for three days since shooting on Saturday night.

He was married and father of two young children. “Police Officer Adeed Fayaz was father, husband, son and a protector of our great city,” NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said.

“Officer Fayaz was shot and he tragically succumbed to his injuries. Our department deeply mourns his passing and his family and loved ones are in our prayers.” A 38-year-old New York City man, Randy Jones was arrested in connection with shooting, authorities said at news conference.

Published in The Daily National Courier, February, 09 2023

Like Business on Facebook, follow @DailyNCourier on Twitter to stay informed and join in the conversation.