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August 13, 2026 | News 12

Man convicted for running decade-long sex trafficking operation Click For More

A Brooklyn man was indicted for allegedly running a violent sex trafficking operation for over a decade.

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August 13, 2026

Manhattan D.A., DOI Commiss. Announce Indictment Of Former IBO Employee For Computer Trespass, File Theft Click For More

“IT professionals working for city agencies are charged with safeguarding the City’s sensitive information and files. Instead, we allege, the former head of IT for the Independent Budget Office downloaded thousands of files to a USB drive that he took home,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank DOI for its ongoing partnership in rooting out fraud and corruption in our city.”

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August 12, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction Of Curtis “Wise” Brown For Running Sex Trafficking Operation Click For More

“For more than a decade, Curtis Brown profited from this extremely controlling, coercive, and violent operation,” said District Attorney Bragg. “With explicit rules and brutal punishments for perceived slights, he forcibly trafficked at least two women, including his wife, the mother of his child. After his arrest, he threatened to kill her if she testified, on top of committing perjury by repeatedly lying about his actions. Thank you to the members of the jury for their careful consideration of this very difficult case, and to the brave survivors who took the stand to secure justice for his years of abuse.” 

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August 12, 2026 | NATIONAL JEWELER

Jewelry Store Employee Gets 20 Years to Life in Choking Death of Boss Click For More

New York—A New York City jewelry store employee who choked his boss to death using zip ties and then fled the country, evading capture for eight years, could spend the rest of his life in prison.

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August 11, 2026 | New York Post

NYPD seized more than 3K guns this year as historic downturn in shootings continues Click For More

The NYPD has taken more than 3,000 guns off the streets of the Big Apple this year, as the number of shootings in the five boroughs continues to dip to historic lows, police brass said Tuesday.

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August 11, 2026 | News 12

Bronx man accused of stealing $4K from homeless shelter residents Click For More

A Bronx man is accused of stealing more than $4,000 from people who live in a homeless shelter.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office7 days ago
“Anyone who puts in an honest day’s work and is criminally underpaid or not paid is a matter of great interest to us.” – D.A. Bragg. Watch here to learn more about our new partnership with the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 week ago
EXCLUSIVE: We’re announcing a new partnership with the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection to crack down on unlawful practices and fight wage theft, tenant harassment, and fraud targeting immigrants. Learn more in CBS New York:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 week 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 ⬇️