Waldemar Alverio, who pleaded guilty to shooting two individuals in Tompkins Square Park, faced revocation of his plea deal after assaulting a correction officer at Rikers Island. Initially set for sentencing on April 1, the court ruled to nullify the originally agreed-upon plea due to Alverio's recent actions. Evidence presented included video footage where Alverio attacked a guard, leading prosecutors to seek a harsher sentence than the previously negotiated 13 years due to this new violation.
Waldemar Alverio's plea deal was nullified after he assaulted a correction officer, leading prosecutors to urge increased sentencing beyond the 13 years initially promised.
Video evidence presented in court showed Alverio arguing with officers before he attacked them, resulting in injuries and medical treatment for the guard.
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