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January 15, 2026 | New York Times

Former Building Super Is Convicted of Stealing $350,000 From 98-Year-Old Click For More

The former super, Rosalind Hernandez, was living in a Chelsea apartment building and working as the superintendent when she befriended the resident, Antonio Ruas, and gained his confidence, prosecutors said. After a time, Mr. Ruas, a retired stone setter from Brazil who was in poor health, asked her to sell his apartment and tie up his affairs in exchange for $100,000.

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January 15, 2026 | NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

DA Bragg proposes criminalizing NY businesses handling crypto without license Click For More

“The shadow financial system created by the explosion of cryptocurrency has created an ideal vehicle for money laundering and other crimes in New York State. Crypto is the go-to means for bad actors to move and hide the proceeds of crime,” Bragg said in a statement.

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January 15, 2026 | CBS

After brutal NYC pizza shop assault caught on video, N.J. man gets 17 years in prison Click For More

"Tyshaun Watson is facing accountability for viciously attacking a pizzeria manager. This employee, who was just doing his job, suffered significant injuries and had to be placed in a medically induced coma for two weeks," Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. "No worker should ever have to fear for their safety, and my office will prosecute those who harm them."

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January 15, 2026 | NEW YORK LAW JOURNAL

Unlicensed Crypto Businesses Could Face Criminal Charges Under New York Bill Click For More

“Crypto is the go-to means for bad actors to move and hide the proceeds of crime,” he added. “It is long past time for businesses that operate without a virtual currency license and flout due diligence requirements to face criminal penalties.”

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January 15, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction Of Building Super For Stealing $350k From 100-Year-Old Man As His Power Of Attorney Click For More

“Rosalind Hernandez stands convicted by a jury of her peers for abusing the trust of a 100-year-old, hardworking New Yorker to steal over half of his life savings as his Power of Attorney. She took advantage of his advanced age and the fact that English wasn’t his first language,” said District Attorney Bragg. “When the victim tasked Ms. Hernandez with selling his apartment and tying up his affairs, he gave her $100,000. For Ms. Hernandez, this generous gift was not enough – in her greed, she stole an additional $350,000 to spend on personal items.”

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January 15, 2026 | Newsmax

Manhattan DA Calls for Nationwide Crackdown on 3D-Printed Guns Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said Wednesday he wants a nationwide crackdown on 3D-printed firearms.


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Manhattan District Attorney's Office6 days ago
Earlier this week D.A. Bragg stopped by @columbialawschool to connect with students and highlight the work of our office. Watch here to learn more about their experience!
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Manhattan District Attorney's Office6 days ago
In Manhattan, major crime is down in nearly every category compared to last year. And so far this year Manhattan had ZERO homicides, a first since 2018!

Murders and shootings continue to decline to pre-pandemic levels. There is always more work to do, but along with our partners at the NYPD we are continuing our efforts to reduce gun violence and keep our borough safe.
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Manhattan District Attorney's Office6 days ago
“That work really is a complement to our traditional enforcement work.” – D.A. Bragg. Listen to @danwiig1 @nycountylawyers Amicus Curiae podcast for more on our investments in mental health and use of problem-solving courts.
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