Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Luxury Apartment Rental Scam 
“As alleged, Adam Chatwin posed as a landlord to scam four people who were searching for housing. Those who take advantage of the competitive housing market to steal hard-earned money from prospective renters will be prosecuted,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If you are a victim of a rental scam, I urge you to contact our Housing and Tenant Protection Unit at 212-335-3300, or email danyhousing@dany.nyc.gov.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentences In 2023 Gunpoint Robbery Murder
“Zaire Allen and Hassan Winston have been held accountable for murdering Alonza Georgia in a brutal act of gun violence driven by greed,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Gun violence devastates families and causes deep and profound trauma in our communities. I hope the resolution of this case offers Mr. Georgia’s family members, who remain devastated at such an insurmountable loss, a step toward the peace and healing they deserve.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Scheme That Stole $250k From Older Adults And Medical Student
“Four older adults and a medical student trusted Mr. Girodes to reduce their tax bills in an ethical and legal manner. This defendant allegedly broke that trust to steal $250,000 for his personal use,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation is ongoing, and there is reason to believe there are additional victims. If you are a victim, please call our Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea In Assault That Injured Police Officers And 77-Year-Old Woman
“A 77-year-old woman was walking to urgent care when, as the indictment charged, Marvin White attacked her without provocation, before assaulting the responding officers. This defendant is now facing prison time for his deeply disturbing actions,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We take attacks on older adults and police officers very seriously and will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to keep our streets safe.”
Prosecutors Against Gun Violence Appoint New Co-Chair: Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg
District Attorney Bragg said, “I am honored to Co-Chair Prosecutors Against Gun Violence, a formidable nationwide collective of bipartisan prosecutors working together to find creative and commonsense fixes to address gun violence and advance public safety. I have seen the devastating impact of firearms on our families and communities since a very young age, and I came into office with the specific goal of combating gun violence. While I am pleased with the significant decrease in shootings and homicides in Manhattan, there are still far too many acts of gun violence. And it goes beyond New York City. We must take a comprehensive, nationwide approach through collaboration, investments and advocacy."
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Avery Dunning For Shooting Neighbor In East Harlem Apartment Building
“Avery Dunning will serve a prison sentence following his conviction at trial for the callous shooting of a woman, who remains paralyzed and under extensive care,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The victim rightfully contacted law enforcement when she believed she heard violence occurring, and her actions in no way should have been met with violence. My thoughts remain with the victim and her family as they continue to recover from the reeling effects of this horrific act of gun violence.”
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