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May 26, 2026

Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Sentencing of Alejandro Piedra Click For More

“Alejandro Piedra has been sentenced to a state prison term for murdering Clemson Cockfield and brutally stabbing two other New Yorkers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This horrific violence unfolded on busy East Village streets, leaving a family in mourning and significantly harming the two survivors. We hope this outcome brings a measure of justice to the survivors, who continue to navigate the reeling effects of the attack. My thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of Mr. Cockfield as they continue to mourn his loss.”

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May 22, 2026 | Gay City News

Man arrested for alleged homophobic attack in Harlem subway station Click For More

A 26-year-old man has been indicted for allegedly carrying out an anti-gay attack on the 125th Street subway station in late 2023, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced on May 21.

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May 22, 2026 | Advocate

NYC man indicted on hate crimes charges in alleged antigay beating Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg secured an indictment of a 26-year-old man on hate crime charges. The prosecution is moving forward after a years-long gap between Tavaughn Thompson, a Bronx resident, allegedly beating a man while hurling anti-gay slurs at a Harlem subway station, and his arrest earlier this year.

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May 21, 2026 | Patch

Man Charged In Anti-Gay Assault At Harlem Subway Station: DA Click For More

Tavaughn Thompson, 26, faces two counts of third-degree assault as a hate crime and one count of aggravated harassment in the second degree in connection with the Dec. 29, 2023, attack at the 125th Street subway station in West Harlem, prosecutors said.

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May 21, 2026 | NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

Man who slashed 2 in subway on Christmas Eve at Grand Central gets 8 years Click For More

Jason Sargeant, 29, received the promised sentence in exchange for pleading guilty to first-degree assault on April 16, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.

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May 21, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Hate Crime Indictment Of Man In Homophobic Attack At West Harlem Station Click For More

“New Yorkers deserve to be safe using our transit system without fear of violence, discrimination or harassment,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Tavaughn Thompson targeted a stranger because of their perceived sexual orientation in an unprovoked, bias-motivated attack. Our Hate Crimes Unit is committed to protecting the safety and dignity of Manhattanites by holding accountable those responsible for these harmful acts, and I urge anyone who has been a victim or witness to a hate crime to report by calling 212-335-3100.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 days ago
"As alleged, Tavaughn Thompson targeted a stranger because of their perceived sexual orientation in an unprovoked, bias-motivated attack." – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this hate crime indictment:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 days ago
“No New Yorker should fear for their safety while using New York’s subways.” – D.A. Bragg. Read more on the sentencing of Jason Sargeant to 8 years in state prison for an unprovoked attack at Grand Central Station:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office5 days ago
This Mental Health Awareness Month, hear from Sara Feit Gordon, Executive Director of Counselors for our Survivor Services Bureau, about supporting survivors and witnesses of crime through free, high-quality mental health services!
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