NYPD Detective Shot by Friendly Fire During Queens Carjacking Attempt

Queens Carjacking Incident

• 🎯 An NYPD detective was shot and wounded by friendly fire while attempting to apprehend a suspect involved in a carjacking on the Whitestone Expressway service road.
• 🚨 The incident began just before 9 AM when the suspect allegedly carjacked an Uber driver at gunpoint.
• 💥 Three officers opened fire, striking one detective in the hand and leg; fortunately, his injuries are not life-threatening.

Suspect's Criminal History and Bail Reform

• criminal, 28-year-old Kevin Dwisson, has a history of at least 10 arrests and four convictions for robbery and assaulting police officers.
• ⚖️ Dwisson was recently released from prison in March and is currently on parole, raising questions about the effectiveness of bail reform laws.
• 📅 He was arrested the previous day for a different crime but released with a desk appearance ticket, leading to criticism from city officials.

Suspect's Prior Actions Today

• ⛽ Before the carjacking incident, the suspect allegedly attempted two other carjackings, including one at a gas station where workers intervened.
• 🚗 He also attempted to carjack a woman nearby before encountering the Uber driver.
• ⚠️ The suspect was reportedly not armed during the carjacking attempt that led to the friendly fire shooting.

Investigation and Recovery

• 🔍 Detectives are investigating the circumstances that led the patrol officers to open fire.
• 🏥 The injured detective, who has 12 years on the job, is recovering at Jamaica Hospital.
• 🗣️ City officials expressed frustration that a repeat offender was on the streets, highlighting the ongoing debate around bail reform.