Man Arrested After Alleged Daylight Shooting on Upper West Side
Shooting and Escape
The man who allegedly caused mayhem on the Upper West Side Thursday when he shot his former boss and made his getaway in the subway system was apprehended by police one day later, authorities said.
According to police sources, 42-year-old Eduardo Diaz was arrested at his Queens home in Queens Village after he attempted to murder his 47-year-old ex-employer of a computer shop near 68th Street and Columbus Avenue. Cops say Diaz was fired from his position and believe he attempted to take revenge on his former boss at around 9:19 a.m. on November 7.
Details of the Shooting
Diaz not only returned to his former place of work and shot his victim in the shoulder and the leg, he also sent a hail of bullets careening through a bus stop, leaving shattered glass covering the street, a slew of shell casings, and a trail of blood in his wake.
Chase and Capture
While the victim was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital by EMS where he survived his injuries, police say Diaz fled into the nearby 72nd Street subway tunnel. Firefighters responded to the scene and turned off the power to the tracks, delaying train service, but he ultimately escaped justice — albeit only for a few hours.
Diaz was arrested at his home and was seen with his head hung in an attempt to avoid cameras as he was escorted out of the 20th Precinct in cuffs. He refused to answer for the alleged crime, including the countless innocent lives he put in danger.
Charges
Diaz is charged with attempted murder, assault to cause injury through risk of death, assault to cause serious injury with a weapon, and criminal possession of a loaded firearm.
Conclusion
The alleged shooting and subsequent escape has left the community shaken, and authorities are breathing a sigh of relief that the perpetrator has been apprehended. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear what motivated Diaz to commit such a heinous crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened during the shooting?
A: Eduardo Diaz allegedly shot his former boss in the shoulder and leg, and then sent bullets flying through a nearby bus stop.
Q: How did Diaz escape?
A: Diaz fled into the nearby 72nd Street subway tunnel, where he was eventually captured by police.
Q: What are the charges against Diaz?
A: Diaz is charged with attempted murder, assault to cause injury through risk of death, assault to cause serious injury with a weapon, and criminal possession of a loaded firearm.
Q: Is the victim okay?
A: Yes, the victim survived his injuries and is receiving medical treatment at Mount Sinai Hospital.
