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October 31, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Rodney Johnson For Murder Of Younger Sister Click For More

“Rodney Johnson viciously and repeatedly stabbed his own sister in a deadly act of violence in their home,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The defendant seized the opportunity to attack his sister at one of her most vulnerable moments and ultimately killed her in front of their mother. No family should ever have to experience this type of horrific and traumatic conduct. I sincerely hope that Shayla Johnson’s family and loved ones can heal and recover from this devastating tragedy.”

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October 31, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Home Invasion Gunpoint Burglary Of 99-Year-Old Landlord Click For More

“As alleged, Domingo Vasquez Rodriguez callously assaulted and then robbed 99-year-old Jose Antonio Tur at gunpoint before fleeing with his cash,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mr. Tur was a pillar of his community and deeply loved by his family members. I offer all those mourning his death my sincere condolences.”

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October 30, 2025 | ABC7NY

PROPOSED LAW COULD STRENGTHEN PROTECTIONS FOR THOUSANDS OF NEW YORK CITY RENT-REGULATED TENANTS Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg joined state lawmakers on Thursday to announce a bill that aims to create tougher penalties for systemic harassment of rent-regulated tenants.

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October 30, 2025 | W42ST

Pier 84 Killer Pleads Guilty — Bronx Man Admits to Unprovoked Stabbing of Hugo Morales Click For More

“Today, Luis Gil is facing accountability for fatally stabbing 33-year-old Hugo Morales in an unprovoked attack on Pier 84,” said District Attorney Alvin Bragg in announcing the plea. “Mr. Morales immigrated to America with the hopes of earning enough money to eventually build his mother a house in Guatemala. My thoughts are with Mr Morales’s loved ones as they continue to mourn his tragic loss.”

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October 30, 2025 | CBS News

NYC landlords could face felony for harassing tenants, Manhattan DA says Click For More

Under a new bill, landlords could be charged with a class D felony for aggravated harassment of a rent-regulated tenant.

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October 30, 2025 | The Real Deal

Lawmakers and DA announce bill to upgrade tenant harassment penalties Click For More

Lawmakers and the Manhattan district attorney’s office on Thursday announced a new bill upgrading criminal penalties for tenant harassment.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
Watch here to learn more about the sentencing of Kamal Semrade to 20 years in state prison for pushing a woman into a train at the Lexington Avenue and 63rd Street station, leaving her paralyzed from the shoulders down.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
“While nothing can undo the profound harm caused, I hope this sentence brings a measure of justice as the victim continues her recovery and works to rebuild her life.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the sentencing of Kamal Semrade for a subway shoving:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
📻 Tune in to WNYC at 10:40am for a wide-ranging conversation with D.A. Bragg and Brian Lehrer: