him on Eldridge Street near Delancey Street, prosecutors had said.

Dorsett, a member of the Up the Hill gang, fired his .45 caliber semi-automatic pistol that struck Johnson in the groin, as the same bullet passed through and grazed Leap in the leg just behind him, according to authorities.

 This case is an extraordinary example of strength and diligence,  Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Matthew Sears said, applauding the officers for going  beyond  their jobs.

Johnson and Leap were hailed as  the very best  by police Commissioner Jessica Tisch when they both were promoted to special assignment sergeants just a year after the shooting.

Dorsett declined to comment when given the chance to speak at his sentencing. His attorney, Dean Vigliano, said they plan to appeal the sentence.

Vincent Vallelong, the president of the Sergeants Benevolent Association union, thanked prosecutors and Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Laura Ward in a statement for ensuring  justice was served. 

 Without any hesitation, Sergeants Leap and Johnson jumped into action, pursued the perp and were shot while apprehending him,  Vallelong said.  Our city is safer because of their bravery.