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February 25, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Ringleader Of Cell Phone Snatching Ring Sentenced To Prison Click For More

“This ring snatched more than two dozen cell phones in Manhattan, and now its ringleader is being held accountable,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation also led us to a larger alleged gun trafficking conspiracy that involves four defendants selling illegal firearms. I want to thank our attorneys for their diligent investigation that was able to connect this criminal activity. It demonstrates the depth of knowledge and expertise we have here in the Manhattan D.A.’s Office to combat crime in all its forms.” 

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February 24, 2025 | Univision

Fiscalía de Manhattan explica servicios y recursos disponibles para inmigrantes que necesiten ayuda legal Click For More

La oficina del fiscal general de Manhattan y líderes locales explicaron cuáles son los recursos disponibles para inmigrantes que quieran hacer denuncias respecto a robos de salario, accidentes, negligencia o fraudes relacionados con el trabajo y también asuntos relacionados con la inmigración, entre otros servicios.

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February 24, 2025 | 1010Wins

Man indicted for repeatedly stabbing sleeping subway rider in Manhattan Click For More

A man was indicted for repeatedly stabbing a subway rider as he slept on a Manhattan train last month, District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced Monday.

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February 24, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Angel Alvarado For Repeatedly Stabbing Sleeping Train Passenger Click For More

“As alleged, this was a brutal attack against a completely defenseless and helpless victim, and I hope he recovers quickly from his injuries,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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February 20, 2025 | Amsterdam News

Manhattan sees spike in anti-migrant attacks as hate crime cases remain high Click For More

In 2023, the Manhattan District Attorney initiated just one hate crime prosecution based on national origin. Last year, that number spiked to 10, with anti-migrant sentiment as the alleged motivation for six of the 2024 incidents.

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February 20, 2025 | Greek City Times

Cleveland Museum of Art to Return Looted Bronze, Possibly Greek, Statue to Türkiye Click For More

The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) announced today that it will return a headless bronze statue, previously known as “Draped Male Figure” or “The Philosopher,” to Türkiye after confirming it was looted from the ancient city of Bubon.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 weeks ago
Our Antiquities Trafficking Unit has recovered around 6,350 artifacts worth nearly $500 million and repatriated nearly 6,000 of them to 38 countries. Congratulations to Unit Chief Matthew Bogdanos for being honored in TIME for his work:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 weeks ago
NEW: Today we announced the indictment of Remington Yhap for allegedly raping a teenage patient during a therapy session after engaging in a several-months-long course of sexual misconduct. This investigation is ongoing. If you have been subjected to abuse, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.

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Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 weeks ago
“My thoughts are with the victim who will be paralyzed for the rest of his life due to this near-fatal shooting.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the sentencing of Zykil Adamson for shooting a 26-year-old man: