“Holding individuals to account when they use firearms to cause misery in our communities will remain a top priority for my Office,” DA Katz said.
By Forum Staff
A reputed member of the Redfern Rowdy Gang has been convicted by a jury of attempted murder and other crimes for a gang-related shooting on May 17, 2020 in the Dix McBride Apartments, also referred to as Pinkfern in Far Rockaway, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz recently announced.
Otis Moore, 32, was convicted last Tuesday by a jury following a nine-day trial before Queens Supreme Court Justice Michelle Johnson. The jury found the defendant guilty of attempted murder in the second degree, attempted assault in the first degree and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second and third degree. Johnson set sentencing for June 8.
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The Dix McBride Apartments in Far Rockaway
According to court testimony, on May 17, 2020, between 11:40 p.m. and 11:45 p.m., the 20-year-old victim was leaving a residence on Dix Avenue when Moore was observed standing partially inside the neighboring building with a silver firearm. As the victim began to exit the building, he heard gunshots and was struck by gunfire. The rapid response of patrol officers, detectives and emergency medical technicians resulted in the administration of life-saving aid to the victim and the identification and apprehension of the shooter, Moore.
Katz said video surveillance from the location allegedly depicts Moore with a silver firearm, pointing it in the direction of the victim and firing multiple shots striking him in the leg.
“Holding individuals to account when they use firearms to cause misery in our communities will remain a top priority for my Office,” Katz added. “This defendant will now face a lengthy prison sentence for his actions.”
As a persistent felon, Moore faces up to life in prison.
