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June 7, 2024

ICYMI: D.A. Bragg, NOW-NYC Call On Legislature To Close The Voluntary Intoxication Loophole In State Rape Laws Click For More

“In the final days of this legislative session, we implore the Assembly to join their Senate colleagues in passing this critical piece of legislation and finally correct this fundamental injustice.”

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June 6, 2024 | NEWSWEEK

Alvin Bragg Calls for Stricter New York Rape Law Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg called for the closing of a legal loophole in New York that allows those charged with rape and other sex crimes to use a victim's intoxication in their defense.

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June 6, 2024 | Washington Post

Under pressure, YouTube tightens age limits on gun videos Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) reiterated concerns about YouTube’s handling of ghost guns in April, writing in a letter that related videos were being “actively pushed by YouTube’s algorithms to minors who begin watching clips of video games.”

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June 6, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Harlem Subway Station Shooting Click For More

“As alleged, Miguel Urena intentionally fired a gun in the direction of a man in a crowded subway station, recklessly disregarding the risk to his fellow New Yorkers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Although nobody was hit, several individuals had to jump out of the way for safety. The alleged conduct is unacceptable, and we will continue to prosecute those who commit acts of violence in our transit system.”

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June 5, 2024 | CNN

Man accused of punching actor Steve Buscemi in New York is charged with felony assault Click For More

The person accused of punching actor Steve Buscemi and another man in New York last month has been charged with one count of second-degree assault and two counts of third-degree assault, the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office says.

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June 5, 2024 | GOTHAMIST

YouTube revises guidelines to try and limit gun-related content, Manhattan DA says Click For More

“We have heard firsthand from young individuals that YouTube’s algorithm is driving them to the world of illegal and 3-D printed firearms, which is having a direct impact on the safety of Manhattanites,” Bragg said in a statement on Wednesday.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 weeks ago
Our Antiquities Trafficking Unit has recovered around 6,350 artifacts worth nearly $500 million and repatriated nearly 6,000 of them to 38 countries. Congratulations to Unit Chief Matthew Bogdanos for being honored in TIME for his work:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 weeks ago
NEW: Today we announced the indictment of Remington Yhap for allegedly raping a teenage patient during a therapy session after engaging in a several-months-long course of sexual misconduct. This investigation is ongoing. If you have been subjected to abuse, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.

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Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 weeks ago
“My thoughts are with the victim who will be paralyzed for the rest of his life due to this near-fatal shooting.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the sentencing of Zykil Adamson for shooting a 26-year-old man: