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January 21, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Shooting Outside Of Midtown Restaurant Click For More

“As alleged, Frederick Green fired two shots outside of a restaurant in Midtown Manhattan, nearly turning a physical altercation into a fatal one,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Gun violence has no place in Manhattan. My thoughts are with the victim who continues to heal from this near-fatal shooting.”

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January 20, 2026 | USA TODAY

Driver who crashed into July Fourth crowd in NYC gets 24 years to life Click For More

A man who killed four people and injured seven after he drove into a crowd of people at a Fourth of July celebration while intoxicated has been sentenced to 24 years to life in state prison.

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January 20, 2026

Statement From Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on the Sentencing of Jerona Smith Click For More

“Older New Yorkers trusted Jerona Smith to deliver quality care as a home health aide. Instead, she used her access to steal their hard-earned money,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Jerona Smith was sentenced to incarceration for preying on the perceived vulnerability of her clients. If you or someone you know is above the age of 60 and may be a victim of a crime, please call our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov.”

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January 19, 2026 | Times Union

Efforts mount to block 3D printers from making guns used in crimes Click For More

Hochul was joined at the event by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who she credited with helping come up with the idea for further regulation against ghost guns.

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January 19, 2026 | Chelsea News

Bragg Announces Indictment of MTA Contractor for Wage Theft Click For More

A contractor on the Second Ave. subway was allegedly shaking down workers, illegally demanding a 22 percent kickback from their wages.

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January 19, 2026 | Chelsea News

Corlears Hook Park Car Crash Killer, Daniel Hyden, Sentenced Click For More

“Daniel Hyden has been sentenced to 24-years-to-life in state prison for murdering four New Yorkers and severely injuring seven others as they were enjoying an annual Fourth of July barbecue. Ana Morel, Lucile Pinkney, Herman Pinkney, and Emily Ruiz went to the celebration not knowing that Daniel Hyden would end their lives that day with his pickup truck,” said DA Bragg.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office8 hours ago
“The specter of incarceration and criminal penalties seemed to be a significant potential deterrent.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about how we are standing up for workers and going after bad bosses:
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Manhattan District Attorney's Office10 hours ago
ICYMI: D.A. Bragg joined the @brianlehrershow to discuss our office’s work cracking down on scams targeting immigrant New Yorkers, vacating an unjust murder conviction, and addressing gun violence.
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Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office13 hours ago
In the first four months of this year, murders in New York City were at their lowest levels in recorded history. Listen to D.A. Bragg and @brianlehrershow discuss our recent work driving down violent crime.
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