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July 18, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Esteban Esonoasue For Christmas Day Attacks At Grand Central Terminal Click For More

“Esteban Esonoasue will serve a very significant prison term for attacking three victims, including two teenagers, at Grand Central Terminal,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts remain with the victims and their loved ones, who continue to navigate the psychological and emotional effects from this horrific attack. New Yorkers, commuters and tourists rely on the transit system daily and deserve to be safe when they travel, and we will hold those accountable who commit acts these of violence.”

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July 17, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencings For Ring That Laundered $1.2 Million “Bazooka” Check Click For More

“This ring laundered more than $1.2 million through New York’s banks and financial services using checks for personal and corporate accounts, cashiers’ checks, and large cash withdrawals,” said District Attorney Bragg. “From ‘renovations’ to ‘packaging preorder,’ the memo line of check after check was a farce. I thank our dedicated prosecutors for their work on this case and urge New Yorkers to use secure electronic payment methods to prevent future check fraud.”

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July 16, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Anti-Hispanic Hate Crime At Lower Manhattan Subway Station Click For More

“Andre Cheeves allegedly tried to hit a stranger with a heavy chain in an unprovoked hate crime inside of a subway station,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Targeting and harming Manhattanites based on their race is abhorrent and will not be tolerated. Hate crimes impact victims on a profound level and we are here to help: please call our Hate Crimes Unit at 212-335-3100.”      

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July 16, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces 32 Years-To-Life Prison Sentence For Sexual Assault Of 81-Year-Old Click For More

“This defendant horrifically abused a defenseless, 81-year-old woman, which was proven through the survivor’s honest and unwavering testimony at trial. I commend her bravery and hope this significant prison sentence can allow her to move forward. I also want to thank our prosecutors for conducting a thorough investigation and putting a comprehensive case in front of the jury to ensure this defendant will face accountability,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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July 15, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Former Attorney For Stealing Nearly $4.7 Million From Clients Click For More

“This plea and expected prison sentence demonstrate the seriousness with which my office treats fraud targeting New Yorkers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “From real estate clients to a company purchasing hard-to-find medical gloves during the pandemic, Bryan McKenna repeatedly drained the accounts of those who looked to him for legal representation. If you have been similarly defrauded by an attorney, please contact our Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900.”

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July 15, 2025

Manhattan Ended The First Half Of 2025 With Drastic Decrease In Homicides And Massive Declines In Shootings Click For More

“Combatting gun violence remains a top priority for my office, and our comprehensive approach has led to a more than 40% decrease in both shootings and homicides so far this year. From aggressive enforcement to strategic partnerships and targeted community investments, we are doing the work to drive down cycles of gun violence and stem the flow of illegal firearms. I thank our prosecutors, law enforcement partners and community leaders for their continued efforts. By working together and using every tool at our disposal, we can achieve lasting public safety,” said District Attorney Bragg.  


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Earlier today members of our office joined NYPD PSA 6’s Stand Against Gun Violence Event as we connected with our Harlem community and shared educational materials and resources!
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Yesterday, D.A. Bragg sat down with our summer high school interns as they learned more about his professional journey and discussed the work of the office!
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ICYMI: “A 91-year-old man was walking home with his groceries on the Upper East Side when Christian Torres attacked and attempted to rob him without provocation.” - D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this indictment: