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February 6, 2025 | NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

Homeless man’s subway stab spree triggered by stolen blanket: Prosecutors Click For More

A homeless man accused of the brutal stabbings of two victims in separate subway attacks — including an off-duty MTA subway cleaner — spiraled out of control after the first victim stole his blanket and used it to sleep on the train, prosecutors said Thursday.

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February 6, 2025 | 1010Wins

Man indicted for 2024 string of random ‘misogynistic attacks’ across Manhattan: DA Click For More

Daquan Armstead, of the Bronx, is charged with three counts of assault in the third degree as a hate crime, two counts of attempted assault in the third degree as a hate crime, and aggravated harassment.

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February 6, 2025 | S.I. Live

Brooklyn man indicted in alleged New Year’s Day stabbing of fellow subway rider Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced an indictment Thursday against a man who allegedly stabbed a fellow subway rider at the 14th Street station in Manhattan on New Year’s Day.

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February 6, 2025 | 1010Wins

Man indicted in Chelsea subway stabbing over stolen blanket Click For More

Jamar Banks, 52, was charged with assault and attempted assault, according to Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg Jr.

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February 6, 2025 | AMNY

Manhattan subway stabbing stemmed from fight between homeless men over blanket: DA Click For More

Citing on-the-record statements, law enforcement sources said 52-year-old Jamar Banks was sleeping aboard a uptown-bound 2 train alongside his suitcase around 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 1 when the victim, a 32-year-old man, allegedly swiped the suitcase, dragged it to an adjacent car, and pulled out a blanket he then used to cover himself to sleep on a train seat.

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February 6, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Luis Rosas For Three Port Authority Slashings Committed Hours Apart Click For More

“Within hours, Luis Rosas slashed three victims in unprovoked attacks near one of Midtown’s largest and most frequented transportation hubs,” said District Attorney Bragg. “After being convicted of a jury of his peers, Rosas will now serve a state prison term for these brutal assaults, which caused significant injuries for each victim. In Manhattan, we are laser-focused on random, unprovoked attacks, and we will continue to hold accountable those who harm New Yorkers.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
ICYMI: “SNAP and EBT fraud harms New Yorkers in need of assistance and the New Yorkers whose tax dollars fund these essential programs.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this indictment for an EBT fraud conspiracy:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 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 Office4 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: