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December 18, 2025 | NEW YORK LAW JOURNAL

‘Go-To Person:’ Longtime Manhattan Prosecutor Rob Ferrari Posthumously Awarded Dewey Medal Click For More

On Christmas Day 2023, longtime Manhattan prosecutor Robert Ferrari booked himself to staff any homicide calls that came in.

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December 18, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Brandon Kiehm Indicted In $272K Romance Scam From Woman He Met On Bumble Click For More

“A woman thought she was buying a home with her boyfriend, when, allegedly, he stole approximately $272,000 of her hard-earned money. We allege that Brandon Kiehm crafted a relationship on a web of lies, preying on his girlfriend’s trust again and again,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Romance scams are all too common, and our office is here to prosecute egregious conduct like this. This is an ongoing investigation – please call us at 212-335-8900 if you may be a victim.”

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December 17, 2025 | Patch

Man Pleads Guilty To Setting 6-Alarm Fire That Injured 3 In Manhattan, Prosecutors Say Click For More

HARLEM, NY — A Manhattan man has pleaded guilty to intentionally setting a fire that tore through a Hamilton Heights apartment building, injuring three firefighters and leaving more than 35 families without homes, prosecutors said.

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December 17, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing In Child Sex Trafficking Trial Conviction Click For More

“Walter Melvin was convicted by a Manhattan jury of trafficking a 15-year-old girl and attempting to traffick a 16-year-old girl and will now serve a significant prison sentence for his crimes against these children,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Even after he was arrested, Melvin continued to harass and bribe these young survivors in an effort to evade responsibility for his horrific actions. I thank the jury for its careful consideration of the evidence in this case, and my office’s prosecutors for ensuring accountability for those who profit off of the abuse of children.”

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December 17, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Series Of Anti-Asian Hate Crimes, Attack On Officer Click For More

“As alleged, Clive Porter carried out a spree of unprovoked, anti-Asian attacks on unsuspecting strangers – most within the span of mere minutes,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We further allege he purposefully targeted these individuals and was motivated by racial bias. Every New Yorker deserves to live free of fear, and we will vigorously confront crimes driven by prejudice and hatred. I urge anyone who has been a victim or witness to a hate crime or bias incident to report it safely to our Hate Crimes Unit Hotline at 212-335-3100.”

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December 17, 2025 | New York Post

Fitness trainer scammed would-be NYC renters out of $100K, bilked workout customers before fleeing to Connecticut: DA Click For More

A fitness trainer bilked a slew of would-be Big Apple renters out of more than $100,000 total — and fleeced nearly a dozen workout customers before fleeing to Connecticut, Manhattan prosecutors claimed.


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Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
Those who prey on New York’s vibrant immigrant population will be prosecuted. Watch here to learn more about the indictment of a woman for defrauding immigrant New Yorkers by posing as federal agent.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
ICYMI: “The defendants allegedly tracked the timing of benefit funds and drained accounts before the legitimate SNAP recipient could buy food and other necessities, eventually stealing more than $7 million.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this EBT fraud conspiracy:
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“Roberto Guerrero possessed dangerous weapons that he manufactured himself in his Harlem apartment.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this sentencing for manufacturing and possessing ghost guns: