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October 22, 2025 | NBC New York

Convicted con-man who tried to pull racist stunt accused in new $250,000 tax prep scam Click For More

A convicted con-man has been accused by the Manhattan district attorney’s office of running a new scam. Jon Girodes was accused of stealing $250,000 from unsuspecting victims in a tax preparation scam. It comes after he was running for a state senate seat in Harlem in 2016, then went to prison for a rental fraud. Sarah Wallace reports.

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October 21, 2025 | HARLEM NETWORK NEWS

A conversation with Manhattan D.A. Bragg Gun Violence Prevention. Click For More

A conversation with Manhattan D.A. Bragg Gun Violence Prevention.

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October 21, 2025 | W42ST

DA Charges Man in Alleged Rental Scam at W42nd Street’s Orion Condo Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has charged a Rochester man with running an alleged apartment-rental scam at The Orion condominium on W42nd Street, accusing him of stealing more than $32,000 from four apartment-hunters this spring.

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October 21, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Luxury Apartment Rental Scam Click For More

“As alleged, Adam Chatwin posed as a landlord to scam four people who were searching for housing. Those who take advantage of the competitive housing market to steal hard-earned money from prospective renters will be prosecuted,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If you are a victim of a rental scam, I urge you to contact our Housing and Tenant Protection Unit at 212-335-3300, or email danyhousing@dany.nyc.gov.”

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October 21, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentences In 2023 Gunpoint Robbery Murder Click For More

“Zaire Allen and Hassan Winston have been held accountable for murdering Alonza Georgia in a brutal act of gun violence driven by greed,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Gun violence devastates families and causes deep and profound trauma in our communities. I hope the resolution of this case offers Mr. Georgia’s family members, who remain devastated at such an insurmountable loss, a step toward the peace and healing they deserve.”

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October 20, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Scheme That Stole $250k From Older Adults And Medical Student Click For More

“Four older adults and a medical student trusted Mr. Girodes to reduce their tax bills in an ethical and legal manner. This defendant allegedly broke that trust to steal $250,000 for his personal use,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation is ongoing, and there is reason to believe there are additional victims. If you are a victim, please call our Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900.” 


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office15 hours ago
“The dismantling of this illegal drug trafficking operation highlights the ability of my office’s prosecutors and analysts to trace cryptocurrency and unmask those committing crimes on the dark web.” – D.A. Bragg. More on today's sentencing:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office16 hours ago
Murders and shootings are down so far this year compared to 2021. There is always more work to do, but our comprehensive strategy to combat gun violence with our law enforcement partners is working.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office17 hours ago
Last night, D.A. Bragg and other members of our office marched together at the 9th Annual Shine the Light walk in Washington Heights. It was great to see so many community members come together to take a stand against domestic violence and highlight the voices of survivors.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office