Man facing murder charges in shooting death of NYPD officer pleads not guilty

Man facing murder charges in shooting death of NYPD officer pleads not guilty

This photo provided by the New York City Police Department shows police officer Jonathan Diller, who was killed in the line of duty on Monday, March 25, 2024, in New York. According to the city's mayor and police, Diller was shot and killed during a traffic stop in the Far Rockaway section of Queens. The officer and his partner were part of the NYPD Critical Response Team. (New York City Police Department via AP)

Guy Rivera the man accused of fatally shooting NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller was indicted Tuesday on murder charges.

Rivera is facing several charges, including murder in the first degree and of attempting to shoot another officer. He pleaded not guilty.

He is due back in court on July 22 and will remain in jail until then. Rivera faces life in prison if convicted on the top charge.

Diller, who received four NYPD recognitions in his three years with the department, is survived by his wife, Stephanie, and 1-year-old son, Ryan.