Alvin Bragg is the 37th District Attorney elected in Manhattan. Alvin – a lifelong Manhattanite who served as a state and federal prosecutor – has spent more than two decades fighting to make our communities safer and our criminal justice system fairer.
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D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Tiliek Thompson For Murdering Lovay Williams
“This brutal alleged act of domestic violence devastated Lovay Williams’ family members and forever changed the life of her 7-year-old daughter,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Ms. Williams’ death is an utterly tragic reminder of the work we still need to do to combat intimate-partner and domestic violence. I want to assure survivors and their loved ones that we are deeply committed to addressing these crimes, and that we have the resources to help you. If you or someone you know is a survivor, please call our Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Bureau at 212-335-4308.”
D.A. Bragg: Owner Of Au Jus Restaurant Indicted For Wage Theft
“As alleged, Patrick Griffin, owner of the popular Au Jus restaurant, took advantage of his workers and stole their hard-earned wages while they provided physically demanding labor. Griffin was allegedly vacationing in Europe while his employees were begging him for their money that they earned and need to support their families,” said District Attorney Bragg. “An honest day’s work deserves an honest day’s pay, and we will prosecute bad bosses who deprive their workers of wages. This investigation is ongoing – if your wages were stolen, please call or message our helpline at (646) 712-0298, regardless of your immigration status.”
Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Sentencing of Juan Valoy
“Juan Valoy has been sentenced to a state prison term for scamming and exploiting New Yorkers looking for housing. Those who take advantage of Manhattanites looking for stable housing during New York’s housing crisis will be held accountable,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If you are a victim of a rental scam, please call our Housing & Tenant Protection Unit at 212-335-3300, or email danyhousing@dany.nyc.gov, regardless of your immigration status.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence In Triple-Murder Fentanyl Drugging And Robbery Pattern
“Tabitha Bundrick’s absolutely callous conduct has left three devastated families,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Today in court, we heard powerful statements from the loved ones of the defendants victims, who are still mourning in anguish. I hope this prison sentence will allow for some measure of healing.”
D.A. Bragg Announces New Charges Against Attorney Ryan Hemphill For Predatory Sexual Assault Of 7th Woman
"The conduct alleged in this indictment is absolutely horrific,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I am grateful for this survivor’s bravery in coming forward, despite the defendant’s alleged attempts to convince her that a coerced, videoed statement would make him impossible to prosecute. We want rape survivors to know that we are here to help, no matter the circumstances of the rape. Please call us at 212-335-3400.”
Statement from D.A. Bragg on Conviction in Retail Fencing Operation
“This conviction sends a strong message that in addition to prosecting retail theft at the ground level, we do not tolerate larger-scale organized fencing operations. As proven at trial, the defendants’ store was a well-known hub for stolen goods. Retail theft continues to trend downwards in Manhattan, and we will hold accountable those who create breeding grounds for this criminal activity.”
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