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October 17, 2025 | Patch

Man Who Shot, Paralyzed NYC Neighbor Gets Sentenced, Prosecutor Says Click For More

EAST HARLEM, NY — A 37-year-old man was sentenced to 25 years in state prison for shooting his East Harlem neighbor after she reported him to police for suspected domestic violence, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said.

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October 17, 2025 | WEST SIDE SPIRIT

East Harlem Attempted Murderer Sentenced—Despite Sex Tapes with Juror Click For More

On Thursday, Oct. 16, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. announced the sentencing of Avery Dunning, 37, to 25 years in prison for the attempted murder of a 41-year-old woman, who was his neighbor, after she and her husband confronted Dunning about allegedly committing acts of domestic violence against his girlfriend in East Harlem in February 2023.

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October 17, 2025 | The Guardian

Manhattan district attorney works to curb interstate gun trafficking: ‘It’s a national issue’ Click For More

Alvin Bragg was appointed co-chair of Prosecutors Against Gun Violence and sets sights on addressing flow of guns

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October 16, 2025 | New York Post

Wannabe NYC killer sentenced after judge shoots down scheme to stay out of jail using sex tapes with juror Click For More

Avery Dunning, 37, was sentenced to 25 years in prison by Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Daniel Conviser on charges including attempted murder and assault for shooting his neighbor Jemina Garay.

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October 16, 2025 | AMNY

NYPD makes major investment in battling domestic violence, assigning 450 cops to specialized unit Click For More

“As one of the most common crimes in New York and in the nation, intimate-partner and domestic violence demands innovative, comprehensive solutions,” Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. “Centralizing domestic violence arrests and investigations and supporting the development of expert personnel will help keep survivors’ safe and ensure more offenders are held accountable.”

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October 16, 2025 | W42ST

Woman Charged in Stabbing of Greyhound Employee at Port Authority Click For More

“As alleged, Angelle Thompson viciously stabbed a hardworking employee who was just doing her job,” said Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg in announcing the indictment. “We will not tolerate acts of violence committed against workers and commuters who use Manhattan’s transit hubs. I wish the victim a full recovery as she continues to heal from this horrific attack.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
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“Whether on the dark web or on our city’s streets, we will root out criminal organizations who put our community’s health at risk.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the sentencing of a man for operating a dark web drug trafficking ring:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office9 hours ago
“Jamar Banks stands convicted of an extremely serious assault charge for stabbing a man with a dangerous weapon while onboard a subway car.” – D.A. Bragg. Read more about this sentencing here:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
“The dismantling of this illegal drug trafficking operation highlights the ability of my office’s prosecutors and analysts to trace cryptocurrency and unmask those committing crimes on the dark web.” – D.A. Bragg. More on today's sentencing: