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D.A. Bragg announces indictment of suspect in random slashing on Astor Place ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg yesterday announced the indictment of Steven Johnson, 35, in the random slashing of a man on Astor Place on June 6. Bragg said that Johnson is also accused of assaulting a restaurant employee with a tire chain on St Mark's Place the day before.
Alleged animal abuser indicted, after tossing, burning puppy in Manhattan: DA ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Joseph Kauffmann abused his dog by throwing him off the bed and scalding him with hot water for a prolonged period of time,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Pets are expected to be cared for by their owners, and this horrific alleged behavior will not be tolerated.”
Manhattan flag football coach who asked kids for nude photos gets prison time ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“Benvontay Fogler used his positions at schools and camps to abuse numerous children over the course of more than four years,” Bragg said. “I thank the many survivors who came forward, as well as our prosecutors and counselors who never stopped working to support them.”
Homeless man indicted for random slash attack in the East Village ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Steven Johnson attacked a restaurant employee just one day before slashing a pedestrian who was sitting in a plaza,” District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. “My thoughts are with the victims as they heal from their extensive injuries. Those who harm and threaten the safety of New Yorkers will be held accountable.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Woman For Unprovoked Fatal Stabbing In Midtown ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Samaria Lopez brutally stabbed and took the life of Jordin Walston – a doting and beloved young mother,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct has devastated Ms. Walston’s family and loved ones and my thoughts remain with them in their ongoing grief.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Youth Flag Football Coach For Paying Children To Send Nude Photos, Videos On Snapchat ![Click For More](https://manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“Benvontay Fogler used his positions at schools and camps to abuse numerous children over the course of more than four years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the many survivors who came forward, as well as our prosecutors and counselors who never stopped working to support them. Our Special Victims Division is here to help; please call us at 212-335-3400.”
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“Those who harm and threaten the safety of New Yorkers will be held accountable.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the indictment of a man for attacking a restaurant worker and slashing a man in the East Village in @TheVillageSun:
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