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May 6, 2026 | CBS News

Woman paralyzed after being shoved into a NYC subway speaks about her attacker’s “evil action” at his sentencing Click For More

The man convicted of pushing a woman into a moving New York City subway car, leaving her paralyzed, was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 years in prison.

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May 6, 2026 | ABC7NY

Man sentenced for shoving woman into subway on Upper East Side, leaving her paralyzed Click For More

NEW YORK (WABC) -- A man convicted of shoving a woman into a moving subway train in 2023, leaving her paralyzed, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.

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May 6, 2026 | New York Post

Paralyzed NYC subway shove victim breaks down as her attacker is sentenced — but can’t wipe away her own tears Click For More

The award-winning artist who survived being shoved into a moving Manhattan train heartbreakingly needed her mom to wipe away her tears at her attacker’s sentencing Wednesday — after the senseless attack left her paralyzed from the shoulders down.

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May 6, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Kamal Semrade For Subway Shoving On The Upper East Side Click For More

“Kamal Semarde violently pushed a woman into a moving train, uprooting her life and leaving her with catastrophic, permanent injuries, including paralysis,” said District Attorney Bragg. “After the attack, Semrade callously fled, leaving the victim helpless on the platform. While nothing can undo the profound harm caused, I hope this sentence brings a measure of justice as the victim continues her recovery and works to rebuild her life.”

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May 1, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Wage Theft Indictment Of Midtown Restaurant For Stealing $35k From Workers Click For More

“Hard working New Yorkers allegedly had their wages stolen by their employers at La Macarena Restaurant & Sport Bar, who used the money to fund Gallon’s lavish lifestyle. Manhattanites deserve to be paid for their work, and my Office will ensure accountability for bosses who take advantage of their employees,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This is an ongoing investigation – please call our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298 if you may be a victim.”

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April 30, 2026 | New York Post

Hit-and-run Mercedes driver who allegedly killed motorist on NYC highway in 2021 is arrested: cops Click For More

Jay Taveras, 27, was charged with manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and leaving the scene of an accident in the early-morning crash that killed Thomas Dunlea, 58, in late December of 2021, according to authorities.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office19 hours ago
ICYMI: For the fifth consecutive summer, our office awarded a total of $300,000 to ten community-based organizations to fund youth gun violence prevention initiatives across Manhattan. Watch here to learn more!
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office21 hours ago
“Every gun turned in reduces the risk of a potential act of violence or accidental shooting, and I encourage New Yorkers with firearms to turn them in on June 13.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about our upcoming gun buyback with NYPD:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
Sandra Leung joined us today to close out APIDA Heritage Month. She shared her career journey and how she broke barriers as the first Asian American woman to serve as an Assistant DA in our office!