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September 19, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Michael McCloskey For Stabbing At Port Authority Bus Terminal Click For More

“Today, Michael McCloskey was held accountable for stabbing a man in an unprovoked attack at a public, densely populated transit hotspot,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Although the victim has thankfully recovered, he must live with the physical scars this attack has caused. We will continue to treat harmful conduct against commuters with the seriousness it deserves, and I thank our prosecutors for securing this strong outcome in court.”  

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September 19, 2024 | WEST SIDE SPIRIT

Man in Port Authority Stabbing Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder Click For More

A man who stabbed a 65-year-old carpenter nine times in the back and neck in an unprovoked attack in the Port Authority in April has pleaded guilty to attempted murder charges.

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September 19, 2024 | AMNY

Men accused of shooting Lower Manhattan sneaker re-seller dead arraigned on first-degree murder indictment Click For More

A woman who pleaded guilty to shoving a straphanger into the path of an oncoming train at the Times Square station three years ago apologized in court before being sentenced to 12 years behind bars.

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September 19, 2024 | New York Post

NYC subway shove victim recalls pulse-pounding moment that changed her life as attacker learns fate: ‘Like a horror movie’ Click For More

A mentally ill woman who randomly shoved a helpless commuter into a moving subway car in Times Square was sentenced to more than a decade behind bars Thursday — as the victim recalled thinking she was in a “scene from a horror movie” at the time.

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September 19, 2024 | NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

Times Square subway shover gets 12 years in jail; Victim describes ‘nightmare’ incident, lingering anxiety Click For More

A mentally ill woman who pushed a passenger into a moving subway in Times Square was sentenced to 12 years in jail on Thursday for an attack the victim described as “a nightmare, like a scene from a horror movie.”

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September 19, 2024 | New York Daily News

No bail for ex-con, sidekick accused of killing ‘Upscale Cracc,’ popular sneaker reseller, on SoHo street Click For More

A Manhattan judge denied bail to two men accused of stalking and fatally shooting a well-known sneaker reseller, saying that the murder accusations they face were “the most serious charge a person can face in this state.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
“These are real killing machines. We’ll have new tools if this passes, when this passes, to hold people accountable.” – D.A. Bragg. Read more on our efforts to crack down on the proliferation of cheap, easy-to-make 3D-printed firearms:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
“This ruthless murder is beyond devastating, and my thoughts are with Mr. Vayner’s loved ones as they continue to mourn his painful loss.” – D.A. Bragg. Watch here on @ny1 for more on the indictment of Alon Riabichev for allegedly fatally stabbing his 80-year-old neighbor.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 days ago
ICYMI: Watch here to learn more about our work alongside @govkathyhochul to crack down on the proliferation of illegal 3D-printed guns and ghost guns.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office