On November 30th, 16-year-old Nana Donkor was waiting for a bus at the intersection of East 16th Street and Avenue J in Midwood when he was struck by a bullet. The young teenager was rushed to a nearby hospital, but the bullet left him paralyzed from the waist down.

Donkor remains hospitalized as of January 4, 2026. According to his doctors, it’s still too dangerous to remove the bullet because of its location. Despite that, Donkor is showing some progress towards healing.

So far, he’s been able to begin moving himself from his bed to a chair. He’s also starting to have some minor feelings in one leg, which is a miracle considering his original diagnosis. Initially, doctors believed that Donkor would never walk again. Tragically, he was a junior on the Far Rockaway Seahorses basketball team prior to the incident, and he was a rising community star. It’s unlikely that he’ll be able to play in average basketball games ever again.

On December 17th, authorities arrested the person they believe is responsible for the shooting: 19-year-old Isaiah Greaves. According to police, Greaves and an unidentified accomplice were attempting to shoot at another person at the bus stop. Investigators believe that Greaves was lining up his shot when Donkor briefly stopped to greet the other person. Authorities are currently seeking out the second suspect.

Greaves is being charged with felony assault, attempted murder, and criminal possession of a weapon. He’s currently being held without bail and will appear in court on January 7th.

Facing Felony Charges in Brooklyn

In Brooklyn, attempted murder is considered a felony offense that might result in a sentence of anywhere from five to 25 years in prison, depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident. When severe injuries, like paralysis, result from the attack, it’s highly likely that the penalties will be more severe. Another factor that could influence an accused person’s sentence is the status of the victim. Since the victim in the case above was a minor, it’s likely that the penalties will be more severe. A person is also likely to face more serious sentences when they are facing multiple charges.

Felony assault is another substantial charge you could face in Brooklyn. This charge is usually levied as either a first-degree or second-degree charge, but both are felony offenses. First-degree assault could result in a sentence of up to 25 years, while second-degree assault typically results in a sentence of two to seven years.

Felony offenses also carry lifelong consequences, even after you get released from jail. Convicted felons are not allowed to vote, possess firearms, or hold public office.

If you’re in Brooklyn or a nearby area and you think you could potentially face felony charges, then it’s critical that you seek out a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The right lawyer will ensure your rights are respected throughout the legal process, and they’ll help you move toward your best legal path.

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