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First Responders
Two Officers Shot in the Line of Duty
First Responders
Classroom
New York
Created November 25th, 2020

This is the ONLY OFFICIAL FUNDRAISER for NYPD Officers Christopher Wells & Joseph Murphy 

On Tuesday, November 24th,  NYPD Police Officers Christopher Wells and Joseph Murphy were sent to a domestic violence welfare check within the confines of the 105th Precinct (Queens, NY). Wells and Murphy were escorting a domestic violence victim into an apartment when a male subject began firing a handgun, without warning. Officer Wells was struck in his leg, causing his femur to fracture, and Officer Murphy was struck in both his hands. Although both severely injured, they were able to return fire, protecting themselves and the victim. The shooter was shot multiple times and pronounced deceased. The victim caller was unharmed during the shootout. 

Chris and Joe were both rushed to Jamaica Hospital were they underwent hours of surgery and continue to recover while surrounded by their loving families. Although both officers are expected to recover, they have a long mental and physical road ahead of them. 

Chris and Joe both have beautiful, young families. Chris’s wife just gave birth to their first child two weeks ago, and Joe and his wife have a beautiful 1 year old at home. The money raised through this fundraiser will greatly assist both these families in their time of need. 

This fundraiser, hosted on the Fund The First platform, is the only OFFICIAL fundraiser for these two hero officers. This fundraiser is in conjunction with Law Enforcement Officers Weekend, The City of Long Beach Police Department PBA. For any questions or concerns, please contact the President of LEO Weekend at [email protected]

Thank you & god bless!

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Matt Haran
Matt Haran donated $100

Spades?

3 years ago
Christopher Tzimorotas
Christopher Tzimorotas donated $100
3 years ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $25

To a speedy recovery!

3 years ago
Steven F
Steven F Bronze: Donate at least $100 to earn this badge. donated $250

Speedy recovery.. from Carro & Ford

3 years ago
Vicky Paz Furino
Vicky Paz Furino Bronze: Donate at least $100 to earn this badge. donated $100

God bless these two heroes. Praying for a fast recovery and sending lots of love. Thank you both for your service. 💙💙

3 years ago
Lisa Boystak
Lisa Boystak donated $250

You guys are on the Road to recovery! God Bless you both! ♥️

3 years ago
Tiffany Parkhouse
Tiffany Parkhouse donated $25

Praying for a quick recovery and so thankful for these two, and all police officers who risk their lives daily!❤️

3 years ago
Brian Winters
Brian Winters donated $20
3 years ago
Deborah Ongania
Deborah Ongania donated $50

Such a risk our officers take on a daily basis. So sorry this happened and wish Chris and his partner a speedy recovery. Debbie Vreeland

3 years ago
Sara Gaertner
Sara Gaertner donated $100

Speedy recovery for my heroes!

3 years ago

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Two Officers Shot in the Line of Duty
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