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September 11, 2025 | Amsterdam News

OP-ED: Gun violence declines came through strategic planning and community focus, says Manhattan D.A. Click For More

Manhattan has so much to offer in the summer, from attending outdoor concerts and performances, to barbeques, to sitting outdoors in a park. It is a time for friends and family to gather. Yet, too often, these gatherings can be tragically disrupted by gun violence, which typically spikes during the warmer periods.

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September 11, 2025 | Noticia New York

Aumentan los crímenes de odio anti-hispánicos en Manhattan: la Fiscalía toma medidas urgentes Click For More

Los crímenes de odio contra personas de origen hispano y nacional aumentan en Manhattan y la oficina del fiscal de distrito Alvin Bragg intensifica sus esfuerzos para proteger a la comunidad. La realidad preocupa: ataques violentos, amenazas y hostigamiento se presentan cada vez más en el transporte público y en las calles de la ciudad, y las víctimas a menudo sienten miedo de denunciar por su estatus migratorio o por desconfianza en las autoridades.

News | Media Coverage
September 10, 2025 | AMNY

Subway crime: Hochul, MTA tout greater transit safety, despite recent high-profile attacks and repeat offenders Click For More

NYPD data shows subway crime in NYC is decreasing, even as the city was hit hard by a handful of violent, high-profile incidents so far this month.

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September 10, 2025 | PIX11

18-year-old faces attempted murder charge for subway train stabbing in Manhattan Click For More

An 18-year-old man is facing an attempted murder charge for allegedly stabbing a 29-year-old woman inside a subway car in August, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, Jr. announced Wednesday.

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September 10, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictments In Two Separate August Transit Attacks Click For More

“As alleged, Brandon Balfour and Carlos Rivera committed separate, vicious attacks underground using weapons,” said District Attorney Bragg. “These horrifying acts of violence significantly injured two women, including one who needed life-saving surgery. Safety in our subways is paramount, and we will hold accountable those who bring weapons into our transit system and harm New Yorkers. I wish both victims full and speedy recoveries.”

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September 9, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Man Who Stole And Forged Older Adults’ Checks Click For More

“Alexis De La Cruz will serve prison time for stealing and forging checks from older adults. I hope today’s sentencing sends a message that we will prosecute those who steal hard-earned money from Manhattanites of any age,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I urge New Yorkers to use secure electronic payment methods, when possible, to protect themselves from check fraud.” 


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
This morning, D.A. Bragg was honored to join The Breakfast Club, a monthly gathering led by Harvard Men's Basketball Coach Tommy Amaker, to speak about his time at Harvard and career journey in public service!

Photos by Gil Talbot
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
Yesterday, members of our Pathways to Public Safety Division visited the Transitional Services for New York's Hope House in Queens to learn more about their model of housing and case management for people living with serious mental illness.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
“Estamos aquí para ayudar y vamos a hablar en su idioma para asistirlos”. – Genesis Cornielle, investigadora adjunta supervisora de la Unidad de extorsión sistematizado. Lee más en El Diario Nueva York ya que animamos a las comunidades vulnerables a denunciar el fraude: