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Bottle with note left at NYPD precinct helped solve a Georgia murder, prosecutors say
An investigation into an “inoperable chemical weapon” placed at the entrance of an NYPD precinct in Manhattan eventually led to a 20-year-old man's indictment for a cold case homicide in Georgia, prosecutors said Tuesday.
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Placing Inoperable Chemical Weapon At NYPD Precinct
“We have no tolerance for anyone who threatens or puts members of law enforcement in harm’s way. The defendant’s actions against the NYPD are unacceptable and we will continue to pursue accountability in this matter. I want to thank the NYPD and our law enforcement partners in Georgia for an outstanding and collaborative investigation that has led to significant charges both states,” said District Attorney Bragg.
Apartment Rental Scammer Indicted
On Oct. 1, D.A. Alvin Bragg announced the indictment of Juan Valoy, 46, for allegedly stealing approximately $25,000 from three victims through an apartment rental scam. Valoy is charged in a New York State Supreme Court indictment with one count each of Grand Larceny in the Third Degree and Scheme to Defraud in the First Degree.
Fake Construction School Operator Sentenced in Worker Death Case
The operator of a fraudulent construction safety school — linked to the 2022 death of a worker on the Upper West Side — has officially been sentenced, bringing some closure to a case that exposed widespread fraud in one of New York City’s most dangerous industries.
City officials hope Chetrit arrest serves as warning to landlords
New York City authorities are claiming a win in their push to enforce standards on landlords after Meyer Chetrit’s indictment on felony charges of tenant harassment.
UWS Doorman Sentenced for Stealing Nearly Half a Million Dollars from Elderly Residents
A former doorman on the Upper West Side who admitted to stealing nearly $500,000 from an elderly couple in his building has officially been sentenced.
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