Press Releases
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Raping Acquaintance While She Slept 
“Acquaintance rape is perhaps the least commonly understood form of sexual assault, but by far the most common element in the cases we see each and every day,” said District Attorney Bragg. “In fact, study after study shows that nationwide, the vast majority of rape survivors knew their attacker, much like we allege here. I urge anyone who has survived sexual assault to contact us at 212-335-9373 – our Special Victims Division and its Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Bureau are well-equipped to help you in a trauma-informed, survivor centered manner.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictments In The Murder Of Nadia Vitels
“Kensly Alston and Halley Tejada allegedly murdered Nadia Vitels in her own apartment while she was moving in to start a new chapter of her life. I send my deepest condolences to her friends and family as they continue to mourn her loss,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Office will secure justice for Nadia Vitels.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence For Man Who Bit, Kicked And Spit On Five NYPD Officers
“Attacking police officers is unequivocally intolerable and unacceptable. Officers at the scene of this incident were already dealing with a chaotic situation where thousands were arrested, and then had to experience the despicable actions by this defendant. I thank the members of the NYPD who do so much to keep New Yorkers safe, and we will continue to pursue accountability against those who attempt to harm our officers in uniform,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Unprovoked, Fatal Subway Shoving In East Harlem
“As alleged, Carlton McPherson tragically took Jason Volz’s life in a vicious and completely unprovoked act of violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mr. Volz was a father and native New Yorker, and my heart goes out to his family and loved ones in their ongoing grief. I thank the prosecutors for their hard work in securing this indictment and we will continue to do all we can to hold people accountable who threaten the safety of fellow New Yorkers in our subway system.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Two Shootings In Tompkins Square Park
“As alleged, Waldemar Alverio shot two people in Tompkins Square Park last month and put numerous lives in danger. Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers and tourists can relax without fearing for their safety,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Combatting gun violence remains my top priority and my Office will hold those who commit these serious acts of violence accountable. I hope the victims continue to heal from their wounds.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Following Woman Home, Attempting To Sexually Assault Her In Her Apartment
“Women deserve to walk home without fearing that they are being followed or that they will be sexually assaulted,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Vertell Dunham pushed past a young woman after trailing her to her building under the guise of needing medical care, before strangling her and attempting to sexually assault her. Thank you to our partners at the NYPD for their quick action arresting the defendant the next day – as he attempted to follow a college student into her residence hall.”
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“Instead of walking away from a dispute, Sozio went on an appalling racist and anti-Muslim tirade & took out a knife, seriously injuring the victim who is still in pain to this day.” – D.A. Bragg. Read about this hate crime trial conviction in @NYC_Patch: https://patch.com/new-york/new-york-city/man-found-guilty-anti-muslim-slashing-new-years-eve-daa
Our newly expanded Survivor Services Bureau helps victims of violent crime heal, while helping hold those who commit crimes accountable by supporting victims throughout the court process. Read more in @amNewYork:
NEW: Today we announced the hate crime trial conviction of Gino Sozio for slashing a 22-year-old Muslim-American man, while he was out with friends, in an anti-Muslim attack on New Year’s Eve. Learn more here:
“Shatina Howell allegedly took advantage of tenants in the buildings she managed by breaking their trust and pocketing the money that was intended for rent.” – D.A. Bragg. Read more about yesterday’s indictment in @NBCNewYork:
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