"I am deeply disappointed that the top murder charge didn't result in a conviction. Based on all the evidence presented at trial, I am convinced this was an act of intentional murder. The failure to convict on murder 1 landed like a gut punch to all members of the NYPD."
"I know that the heinous killing of Det. Diller also weighs heavily today. Many in this room knew him well. His loss still feels unfathomable. I am grateful for his service, and my heart is with his loved ones."
"This was murder 1 against a New York City police officer, no doubt about it."
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed her disappointment regarding the jury's verdict that acquitted Guy Rivera of the top murder charge in the death of Det. Jonathan Diller. Tisch stated that the decision felt like a 'gut punch' to NYPD officers. Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged Diller's loss in relation to gun violence. Rivera was convicted of aggravated first-degree manslaughter and other charges, facing a potential sentence of 90 years to life. Law enforcement officials voiced outrage over the verdict, asserting it was a clear case of murder against a police officer.
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