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Columbia University student fatally stabbed in Central Park remembered as ‘brilliant mind’ – as killer learns his fate
The Columbia University doctoral student fatally knifed by a sadistic gang member during a 2021 stabbing spree in Central Park was remembered as a “brilliant mind” robbed of a bright future Friday — as his killer finally faced justice.
Random killer of Columbia grad student with ‘brilliant mind’ gets 25 years to life
A tight-knit Italian family was robbed of a beloved son and brother — and the world lost “a brilliant mind” in scientific research — when a frenzied knifeman went on a senseless, blood-filled rampage, a Manhattan judge heard Friday before sentencing the killer to 25 years to life.
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence In Unprovoked Knife Attacks, Murder Of Columbia Grad Student
“Vincent Pinkney brutally attacked three unsuspecting strangers in within 30 minutes,” said District Attorney Bragg. “During this attack, he murdered Davide Giri, a brilliant and talented young man with so much life ahead of him. Mr. Giri’s death sent shock waves throughout an entire community and devastated his family, classmates, teachers, teammates and friends. My thoughts remain with Mr. Giri’s family and the surviving victims, who were left with ongoing trauma. I hope this accountability brings closure while allowing the community to honor Mr. Giri’s life and legacy.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea In $438K Theft Of Diamonds, Precious Gems And Jewelry
“Arsen Canaj went to great lengths to take advantage of business owners by stealing approximately $438,000 worth of diamonds, precious gems, and jewelry with forged checks. He now faces time in state prison for his conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who defraud New York’s businesses will be held accountable. We will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to help Manhattan’s businesses thrive.”
Manhattan D.A., D.O.I, Announce Indictment In $128K NYCERS Theft
“As alleged, Yakik Rumley went to great lengths to fraudulently collect his deceased mother’s pension benefits, including impersonating her voice on multiple calls to NYCERS,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our city’s employees work hard and deserve to know their savings are safeguarded. I thank Commissioner Shihata and the Department of Investigation for their commitment to protecting the integrity of our city’s pension system.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 36 Antiquities To The People Of Syria
“Repatriation ceremonies are a powerful reminder that preserving cultural heritage transcends any border or nationality,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This was an incredibly complicated, multi-faceted investigation that could only have been accomplished through close partnerships that spanned the globe, and I thank everyone involved for their tireless effort and dedication.”
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