Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Takedown Of Dark Web Drug Trafficking Operation 
“Michael Chase and Jose Colon allegedly used the dark web to sell dangerous drugs in exchange for cryptocurrency, before moving the funds into fictitious business accounts. They allegedly shipped drugs to all fifty states, jeopardizing the health and safety of individuals across the country,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I want to thank our partners at USPIS and the Suffolk County D.A.’s Office for their partnership in this investigation.”
Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Sentencing of Alejandro Piedra
“Alejandro Piedra has been sentenced to a state prison term for murdering Clemson Cockfield and brutally stabbing two other New Yorkers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This horrific violence unfolded on busy East Village streets, leaving a family in mourning and significantly harming the two survivors. We hope this outcome brings a measure of justice to the survivors, who continue to navigate the reeling effects of the attack. My thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of Mr. Cockfield as they continue to mourn his loss.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Hate Crime Indictment Of Man In Homophobic Attack At West Harlem Station
“New Yorkers deserve to be safe using our transit system without fear of violence, discrimination or harassment,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Tavaughn Thompson targeted a stranger because of their perceived sexual orientation in an unprovoked, bias-motivated attack. Our Hate Crimes Unit is committed to protecting the safety and dignity of Manhattanites by holding accountable those responsible for these harmful acts, and I urge anyone who has been a victim or witness to a hate crime to report by calling 212-335-3100.”
Statement From D.A. Bragg On The Sentencing of Jason Sargeant
“Jason Sargeant committed a brutal attack without provocation at Grand Central on Christmas Eve,” said District Attorney Bragg. “No New Yorker should fear for their safety while using New York’s subways. I hope today’s prison sentence can give the victims a sense of closure as they continue to heal.”
D.A. Bragg: Agustin Diaz Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Series Of Sexual Assaults
“Agustin Diaz engaged in a predatory cycle of targeting Spanish-speaking women who needed jobs, and then sexually assaulting them,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Again and again, he repeated this pattern, zeroing in on survivors who were new to the United States and thought he could provide them with gainful employment. I thank the survivors for their bravery, including speaking at today’s sentencing, and urge anyone else who has been sexually assaulted to contact our office at 212-335-9793.”
Statement From D.A. Bragg On The Harvey Weinstein Mistrial
While we are disappointed that the proceedings ended with a mistrial, we deeply respect the jury system and sincerely thank all of the jurors for their time and dedication.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office