Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction Of Pedro Vinent-Barcia For Fatal Stabbing in Domestic Violence Incident 
“Today, Pedro Vinent-Barcia was held accountable for this horrific act of domestic violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I know the past few years have been incredibly painful for Ms. Rosado’s family and loved ones, and while nothing can undo this tragedy, I hope this conviction can bring some measure of comfort. I thank our prosecutors on this case for their thorough investigation and for achieving this strong outcome in court.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea And Sentencing of Former Chief of Mayor De Blasio’s Security Detail
“Inspector Redmond engaged in a clear and brazen pattern of obstruction and tampering throughout the entirety of DOI’s investigation,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Position and rank do not exempt anyone from cooperating and participating with a law enforcement investigation, and we will continue to hold accountable any public official who thinks the rules do not apply to them. I thank our prosecutors for their diligent and thorough investigation into this matter, and to DOI for their critical assistance and partnership.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing of Michael Santiago for Raping Woman As She Slept
“A jury held Michael Santiago accountable for his horrific conduct: raping a woman who trusted him as she slept,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the survivor and her son for their bravery in taking the stand, and the members of the jury for their service. Those who commit heinous crimes like this will be held accountable. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, we are here to help: call 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment for Attempted Subway Sex Assault
“As alleged, Patrick Robles viciously assaulted, robbed, and attempted to rape a young woman on the subway as she tried to escape the horrifying attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “No New Yorker should have to fear riding the subway home. My office will continue to prioritize and prosecute these types of violent attacks.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return of 42 Antiquities to the People of Italy
“We continue to undo the damage wrought by decades of well-organized antiquities smuggling networks throughout Italy. I am proud that we have successfully repatriated more than 200 antiquities to Italy since I took Office, but there is a lot more work to be done. We are going to continue to aggressively find, recover and return stolen artifacts from Italy in partnership with HSI, the Consul General’s Office and the Carabinieri,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Return of Antiquity From the Olmec Civilization To The People of Mexico
“This incredible, ancient piece is a rare window into the past of Olmec society,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Like many other looted antiquities, the Olmec Cave Mask was broken into several different pieces to make the smuggling process simpler. After being sent to different museums and private collections across the United States for nearly 60 years, the Cave Mask can finally return to sit with the rest of its companion monuments."
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