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One-on-one with Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg
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Suspect accused of attacking court officers in Manhattan faces judge
There was a big show of support for the injured on Thursday morning as suspect Jonathan Wohl was arraigned before being indicted by a grand jury.
D.A. Bragg: Jonathan Wohl Indicted On Attempted Murder For Attack On Court Officers
“Court officers have the incredibly challenging job of keeping everyone in our courthouses safe, including judges, staff, attorneys, victims, witnesses, the public, and those facing criminal charges. From staffing the main entrances to dozens of individual court parts, they are a universal presence and keep our system moving. We have absolutely no tolerance for any attack on their safety, and the significant charges in this indictment reflect the seriousness with which we are treating this matter,” said District Attorney Bragg.
Contractor sent to prison for stealing workers’ wages
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan DA who prosecuted the case, said Cole had used the money to “purchase lavish personal items”. He said: “Every worker in Manhattan deserves to receive each dollar they make, and my office will continue to create accountability for those who jeopardise that. We were also proud to use our Stolen Wage Fund to make these workers whole.”
Construction firm owner pleads guilty to wage theft over emergency repairs at 642 E. 14th St.
A construction company owner has pleaded guilty to stealing wages from engineers and laborers working on a city-funded emergency project and has repaid the workers in full, the Manhattan D.A.'s Office announced last week.
D.A. Bragg Secures Return Of $170k To Workers In Wage Theft Prosecution
“George Cole stole hard-earned wages from workers who put hours of dedicated labor into construction projects, using the stolen money to purchase lavish personal items. Now, this defendant will return wages to the very workers he stole from,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Every worker in Manhattan deserves to receive each dollar they make, and my office will continue to create accountability for those who jeopardize that. We were also proud to use our Stolen Wage Fund to make these workers whole. To report wage theft, please call or message our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Extradition Of Man Charged With Rape, Drug Possession, Who Allegedly Fled To Dominican Republic
“As alleged, Francisco Caminero attempted to evade prosecution of multiple felonies, including rape, by fleeing to the Dominican Republic for years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will never stop pursuing justice for survivors of crime and thank our law enforcement partners for helping ensure Caminero’s return to New York.”
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