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September 18, 2024 | JEWISH TELEGRAPHIC AGENCY

Man who planned to shoot up NYC synagogue in 2022 pleads guilty Click For More

A man who attempted to commit a terror attack on a synagogue in New York in 2022 has pleaded guilty to one count of criminal possession of a weapon for the attempt, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday.

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September 18, 2024 | Forward

Man pleads guilty to gun possession in connection with 2022 NYC synagogue threat Click For More

A man charged in what prosecutors say was a planned terror attack on New York’s Jewish community pleaded guilty to gun possession Wednesday, the Manhattan district attorney’s office said.

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September 18, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Christopher Brown In Thwarted Terrorist Attack On Jewish Community Click For More

“Christopher Brown has been held accountable for his plan to commit a violent, antisemitic terrorist attack.” said District Attorney Bragg. “Thankfully, we were able to intervene and prevent him from following through, which is the result of the close partnership we have with our law enforcement partners on the local and federal level. I want Manhattan’s Jewish community to know that we are remaining extremely vigilant against threats of violence during this time of rising antisemitism, and our Terrorism and Hate Crimes Units are continuing to conduct proactive investigations to keep everyone safe.”

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September 18, 2024 | Gothamist

‘Neighborhood navigators’ offer snacks and services to Manhattan’s homeless population Click For More

The program is partly aimed at preventing crimes, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg said. But he said only a small share of encounters ever escalate to that level. Neighborhood Navigators also intends to help people who aren't violent — and whom many New Yorkers may cross the street to avoid.

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September 17, 2024 | East Side Feed

Man Indicted for August Subway Stabbing Click For More

He was arraigned in Supreme Court on September 16 and is facing charges of Attempted Assault in the First Degree and Assault in the Second Degree.

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September 17, 2024 | Upper East Site

Subway Stabber Indicted For Random UES Assault: Prosecutors Click For More

“As alleged, Amad Edwards viciously stabbed a stranger on a subway platform in the early morning hours,” said Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg following Monday’s indictment. “We will continue to hold people accountable who commit harmful and illegal conduct in our stations and on our subways.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
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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: