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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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Scott Stoner
Scott Stoner donated $100
3 years ago
Anthony Catapano
Anthony Catapano donated $100
3 years ago

Reply from Kevin Darcey, Fund the First CMO
3 years ago

🙏💙

Steven Ricca
Steven Ricca donated $100

My thoughts are with my fellow 105 cops. Always be grateful of what you have in life.

3 years ago
John & Linda Maguire
John & Linda Maguire donated $100

We are so proud of you and your partner, true heroes! We are sending love and prayers that you both have a speedy recovery! We wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving! Love~ Aunt Linda & Uncle John

3 years ago
Jane Kotarski
Jane Kotarski Silver: Donate at least $500 to earn this badge. donated $500

from the family of officer Thomas Kotarski from the 105- wishing you a fast recovery- we back the blue all the way 💙

3 years ago

Reply from Kevin Darcey, Fund the First CMO
3 years ago

God Bless!!!

Jared Dockswell
Jared Dockswell donated $20

Thank you for your service

3 years ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
3 years ago
Catherine Marsicano
Catherine Marsicano donated $20
3 years ago
Joseph LaRosa
Joseph LaRosa donated $100

Speedy recovery, men. You are both HEROES of this great city and country. We are all blessed that you guys will be ok. Happy Thanksgiving.

3 years ago
Kristin Santanello
Kristin Santanello donated $50
3 years ago

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Two Officers Shot in the Line of Duty
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