Queens DA Katz

Connecting directly with Queens residents is central to our community-based approach to prosecution. Join us at an upcoming mobile office at @QPLNYC Broadway to learn more about the programs, services and resources available to you.

Meeting Queens residents where they live and gather, the DA’s Mobile Office provides a perfect opportunity to get the answers you need. During a recent stop at the Middle Village library, members of the DA's staff met with the public, answered questions and provided information about available resources.

I extend my warmest wishes for a happy and blessed Easter to everyone celebrating today. May your festivities be filled with joy, love and the hope of renewal!

If you have any information about the shooting death of an unidentified woman who was killed inside Forest Park 27 years ago, please contact @NYPDTips via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS. It is never too late for justice. #ColdCaseUnit

Working with our partners in the @NYPDnews and @NYCSheriff, we shuttered an unlicensed storefront cannabis dispensary operating out of two locations on Merrick Boulevard in Laurelton. Unregulated cannabis stores pose a threat to the safety of our communities. We will continue our enforcement efforts. bit.ly/4bJCrH3

Our weekly newsletter is now out. Check out key case updates, community initiatives, and highlights from across our offices. Stay informed on our work to deliver brave justice. conta.cc/3OelGKU

The last words Detective Jonathan Diller told his wife were ‘I love you.’ Detective Diller was a father, a husband and a son. He was also a dedicated member of the New York City Police Department who put on a uniform every day to protect our city. On March 25, 2024, Guy Rivera chose to ignore these facts, chose to ignore multiple lawful commands and chose to shoot Detective Diller. After shooting Detective Diller, he tried to shoot in the chest Sergeant Sasha Rosen. This crime stole the life of a dutiful officer and a family man and endangered the life of a devoted NYPD sergeant. The jury found the defendant guilty today of aggravated manslaughter in the first degree, attempted murder in the first degree and other crimes. I thank the members of my Homicide Bureau for prosecuting this case. I continue to extend my deepest condolences to Detective Diller’s loved ones, well wishes to Sergeant Sasha Rosen and gratitude to the brave men and women of the NYPD who protect our city.

It is important to meet with our community members in their neighborhoods, hear issues of concern and discuss how they might be addressed. I was grateful to join the Astoria Homeowners, Tenants and Business Civic Association for their March gathering where I also updated attendees on the work of my office.

A Queens man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for pushing an 82-year-old woman from the Flushing-Main Street subway platform onto the train tracks in October 2024. The victim suffered serious injuries, but thankfully survived. The defendant pleaded guilty to attempted murder earlier this month. bit.ly/4bVKoYr

The Met Council's annual distribution of food boxes for families on the eve of Passover provides essential resources to Queens families. It is a pleasure to take part in this generous endeavor along with Tomchei Shabbos, year after year. I extend my warmest wishes for a Chag Pesach Sameach to all!

If you have any information about the shooting death of Maurice Johnson, who was gunned down near 133rd Avenue in Rochdale 14 years ago, contact @NYPDTips via DM, or by calling 800-577-TIPS. It is never too late for justice. #ColdCaseUnit

My office continues to remove illegal scooters from our neighborhood streets. During our most recent operation in Jamaica, members of the Detective Squad and the 103rd Precinct confiscated 25 scooters and motorcycles. These motorized vehicles were either unregistered, stolen or parked illegally on the street, and in some instances on the sidewalk.

Our weekly newsletter is now out. Check out key case updates, community initiatives and highlights from our office. Stay informed on our work to deliver brave justice. conta.cc/4lTuBOk

I had the pleasure of speaking at the recent 110th Precinct Community Council meeting, where I updated residents with news from our office. We are working diligently to make sure those who live and work in Queens are safe. That means taking guns off our streets, dismantling violent gangs, tackling retail theft and more.

Two Members of 18th Street Gang Convicted of Murder in-Aid-Of Racketeering and Other Gang Related Crimes @EDNYnews @NYPDnews Read more at: ow.ly/n8sw50YynUS

A Bronx man was convicted of murder and other crimes for a deadly shooting incident outside the former Umbrella Hotel in Kew Gardens. The defendant killed a 20-year-old victim and injured two others in a dispute that erupted between factions of young people outside the hotel in 2021. bit.ly/4lHnkBb

Congratulations to St. John’s Men’s Basketball on advancing to the Sweet 16! Wishing the team continued success as they represent their university on the national stage.

My thoughts are with the families of the two pilots who were killed and the dozens injured during last night’s tragic collision at LaGuardia. My office was on the scene late last night and early this morning. We continue to be in touch with our law enforcement colleagues at @PANYNJ to provide any assistance necessary. We stand with all those impacted during this difficult time.

Meeting Queens residents where they live and gather, the DA’s Mobile Office provides a perfect opportunity to get the answers you need. The next stop for the Mobile Office is the Middle Village Library on March 25.

An 18-year-old was arraigned on charges of attempted murder, assault and weapon possession for the unprovoked stabbing of a 30-year-old woman in East Elmhurst Monday morning. The defendant allegedly followed the victim and stabbed her repeatedly with a knife just as the victim was about to cross the street at 23rd Avenue and 94th Street. bit.ly/4bmsz5L