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April 18, 2024 | NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

NYC squatters got engaged, spent big after stuffing slay victim in duffel bag: prosecutors Click For More

The young squatter couple accused of beating a Manhattan woman to death and stuffing her body in a duffel bag went on a wild shopping spree, got engaged while on the lam and even bought a diamond ring with the victim’s credit card to seal the deal, authorities said Thursday.

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April 18, 2024

D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Raping Acquaintance While She Slept Click For More

“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.”

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April 18, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictments In The Murder Of Nadia Vitels Click For More

“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.”

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April 18, 2024 | Patch

Accused Subway Shover Indicted In ‘Unprovoked’ NYC Attack: DA Click For More

"As alleged, Carlton McPherson tragically took Jason Volz’s life in a vicious and completely unprovoked act of violence," said Alvin Bragg, district attorney for Manhattan, in a statement.

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April 17, 2024 | New York Post

NYC subway shove victim’s aunt wants to rip alleged killer’s ‘f–king heart out’ and says he’s not mentally ill— just ‘vicious’ Click For More

“Mr. Volz was a father and native New Yorker, and my heart goes out to his family and loved ones in their ongoing grief,” Bragg said. “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.”

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April 17, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence For Man Who Bit, Kicked And Spit On Five NYPD Officers Click For More

“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.  


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office9 hours ago
Today on the 25th anniversary of #DenimDay, our Office is wearing denim to stand with survivors and raise awareness for sexual violence!
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office11 hours ago
Today we announced a new round of funding for up to 7 Manhattan community-based organizations to work to proactively prevent youth gun violence this summer. “Particularly when it comes to younger New Yorkers, preventing a crime is always better than prosecuting one” – D.A. Bragg.

For the third consecutive summer, we’re awarding $20,000 to organizations to pay young New Yorkers stipends to participate in meaningful programming. https://buff.ly/3vVXQL2
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
In Manhattan, major crime is down in nearly every category over the past two years ⬇️