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CBS News
01-08-2025
- CBS News
Long Island man who allegedly killed coworker with machete, shot officer in face pleads not guilty
A New York man accused of murdering his coworker with a machete and shooting a police officer in the face has been arraigned on a five-count indictment. Nieves Reyes, who pleaded not guilty, appeared Friday in a Long Island court after being charged with the murder of 66-year-old Eugene Allen and attempted murder of Suffolk County Police Officer Joseph Damon, who is also a United States Navy veteran. Reyes, 48, allegedly shot Damon after he arrived to execute a search warrant at his home in North Bay Shore on July 24. Investigators said the warrant was part of the investigation after Allen's nearly-decapitated body was found nearby the day before. Surveillance video led officers to Reyes' home, police said. When they arrived, he allegedly fired over a dozen shots at them, including the bullet that struck Damon. "Our officers came under fire over the course of four and a half hours and were able to apprehend this extremely violent and dangerous individual without having to return a shot," Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said. "There is no prison sentence long enough for this individual," Lou Civello, president of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association, said. Pictures from the PBA show Damon, a married father of three, in the hospital after the shooting. He was released the next day. "We know that had that bullet struck him a half inch higher, this would be a much different press conference," Catalina said. Reyes and Allen were both mechanics, we're told. Detectives believe Reyes murdered Allen amid an ongoing dispute between them. Shotguns and ammunition were found inside Reyes' home after the shooting, according to court documents. Surveillance pictures also showed him carrying a machete sometime after Allen's death, according to the documents. Dozens of officers joined county leaders for their news conference after Reyes' court appearance. "The case illustrates the extreme danger that the men and women in law enforcement, particularly in Suffolk County, deal with every day," District Attorney Ray Tierney said. "The victim in this case was maliciously, ruthlessly and savagely cut down by the defendant. Our condolences go out to the family." Reyes' attorney said the defense requested a mental health evaluation. Reyes faces 40 years to life in prison if convicted. He remains in jail until his next scheduled court date on Sept. 3.
CBS News
25-07-2025
- CBS News
Suffolk County police officer released from hospital as man accused of shooting him appears in court
The man accused of shooting a Suffolk County police officer earlier this week on Long Island appeared in court Friday, as the wounded officer was released from the hospital. Nieves Reyes pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder and attempted murder of a police officer in front of a courtroom packed with law enforcement. Reyes is accused of killing a coworker Wednesday in North Bay Shore, a hamlet in the Town of Islip. While police were investigating the homicide, Reyes allegedly opened fire on them, shooting the injured officer in the face. The bullet entered just below the officer's eye, but he was released from the hospital Friday and is expected to make a full recovery. Police said the 33-year-old has been with the department for two years and is a Navy veteran who's married with three children. "I think he's in a lot of pain, but I think he understands this could've gone a lot worse. I think he's happy to be alive, and we're happy that he is alive," Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said Thursday. Meanwhile, Reyes is also charged with killing 66-year-old Eugene Allen, of Brentwood. Prosecutors said Reyes was seen chasing the victim with a machete. Allen's nearly decapitated body was discovered Wednesday in a wooded area near Reyes' home, police said. Investigators said the men worked together, possibly as mechanics, and had a prior dispute. Reyes was ordered held without bail Friday, and his attorney and family members declined to comment outside court.
Telegraph
29-03-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Live Newcastle United victory parade: Latest updates from League Cup trophy party
Victory parade starts at 4:30pm Latest updates Eugene Allen live updates 2:59PM Crowd already gathering outside St James' Park This is going to be big 🖤🤍 #wedontdoquiet — Newcastle United (@NUFC) March 29, 2025 2:56PM Party on the Moor gets under way Good afternoon and welcome to coverage of Newcastle United's League Cup celebrations. Eddie Howe guided the club to their first major trophy since 1969 a little over two weeks ago when they saw off Premier League leaders Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final. Dan Burn and Alexander Isak scored Newcastle's goals in the 2-1 victory at Wembley and now more than 100,000 people are expected to attend the 'Party on the Moor' event put on by the club that will include an open-top bus parade through the city centre. Before the parade the Carabao Cup final will be shown on a big screen in Town Moor. That will be followed by main stage entertainment from the likes of Sonny Tennet, Ellie Scougall, The Belta Reivers and Paige Temperley, before the bus parade begins. Newcastle's first team players and staff will depart from St James' Park at around 4:30pm. The convoy will turn left onto Percy Street, proceed past Haymarket and travel onto the Great North Road. The bus is due to arrive at Town Moor at 5pm and the players are not expected to be on stage until around 6:30pm. Before that, a legends Q&A session featuring Alan Shearer, Les Ferdinand, Bob Moncur and Newcastle Women is scheduled for 5pm. There will also be a light show by shirt sponsor Sela before the event finishes at 7:30pm.
