3 Convicted of Murder for Luring Men From Gay Bars to Their Deaths
A Manhattan jury on Monday convicted three men of murder for drugging and robbing patrons of gay bars and clubs and luring them to their deaths.
Monthly Archives: February 2025
D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction For Robbery And Drugging Conspiracy
“Jayqwan Hamilton, Robert Demaio and Jacob Barroso took advantage of people who were just trying to enjoy Manhattan’s vibrant nightlife. These defendants were motivated by greed, and their callous behavior left two young men dead. I know the families who lost their loved ones are still suffering from so much pain, and I hope this verdict can provide at least some measure of comfort,” said District Attorney Bragg.
Woman convicted of beating special needs cousin to death in Upper West Side apartment
A Manhattan woman was convicted in the “shocking and horrific” beating death of her teenage cousin who was living with her for the summer for what she referred to as “cousin boot camp.”
ICYMI: Five NYC District Attorneys Call For Commonsense Changes To Discovery Laws In Times Union Op-Ed
ICYMI: District Attorneys Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., Darcel D. Clark, Eric Gonzalez, Melinda Katz, and Michael E. McMahon – representing all five of New York City’s boroughs – penned a joint Times Union op-ed in support of Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed amendments to New York’s discovery laws.
Commentary: Proposed tweaks to discovery reforms will make system more efficient and just
As New York City’s district attorneys, we are deeply committed to making our communities safer and ensuring justice for all. However, the 2020 discovery reforms — despite their important goal of increasing transparency — have had unintended consequences: delaying justice, harming victims, and exponentially increasing dismissals.