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July 14, 2023

D.A. Bragg Announces Return of Two Antiquities To The People of Libya Click For More

“It is shameful that these beautiful pieces were stored away for decades by a convicted trafficker. Cyrene has faced significant looting, but thanks to the work of our Antiquities Trafficking Unit and partners at Homeland Security, we have now returned several pieces from this ancient city back to the people of Libya. We continue to have ongoing investigations into stolen Libyan artifacts and look forward to more repatriation ceremonies in the future,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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July 11, 2023

D.A. Bragg, NYCHA, NYPD, Residents and Community Members Celebrate Opening Of Newly Renovated Basketball Court At Polo Grounds Click For More

“By investing in public spaces for Manhattan residents – particularly young New Yorkers – we strengthen our communities and help keep each other safe,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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July 7, 2023

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Christian Jeffers For Attack At Union Square Station Click For More

“A jury held Christian Jeffers accountable for this intentional assault in our subway system. This conviction sends a strong message that we will thoroughly investigate and prosecute those who target other New Yorkers with this type of violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank our prosecutors for their work achieving this outcome and to the victims who testified and bravely shared their stories in court.”

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July 7, 2023

D.A. Bragg: Three Indicted For Murder Conspiracy Following Drug Sale Dispute Click For More

“As alleged, for several weeks these defendants carefully plotted to murder Timothy Parker before fatally shooting him last fall,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We see time and time again the countless lives that are taken due to gun violence and we stand at the ready to prosecute those who commit these acts of violence.”

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July 7, 2023

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictments In Major Campaign Finance Fraud Scheme Click For More

“We allege a deliberate scheme to game the system in a blatant attempt to gain power. The indictment charges the defendants with subverting campaign finance laws by improperly structuring campaign contributions,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The New York City Campaign Finance Board program is meant to support our democracy and amplify the voices of New York City voters. When the integrity of that program is corrupted, all New Yorkers suffer.”

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June 30, 2023

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment of Man in Unprovoked, Fatal Midtown Stabbing Click For More

“As alleged, Nisean Graves initiated the stabbing of a stranger that ended in a life being taken far too soon,” said District Attorney Bragg. “In addition, this public display of violence at a busy intersection threatened the safety of the many other New Yorkers passing by. Although we cannot undo this murder, our dedicated prosecutors will work hard to ensure there is appropriate justice for this alleged attack.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 month ago
Our Antiquities Trafficking Unit has recovered around 6,350 artifacts worth nearly $500 million and repatriated nearly 6,000 of them to 38 countries. Congratulations to Unit Chief Matthew Bogdanos for being honored in TIME for his work:
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 month ago
NEW: Today we announced the indictment of Remington Yhap for allegedly raping a teenage patient during a therapy session after engaging in a several-months-long course of sexual misconduct. This investigation is ongoing. If you have been subjected to abuse, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.

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Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 month ago
“My thoughts are with the victim who will be paralyzed for the rest of his life due to this near-fatal shooting.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the sentencing of Zykil Adamson for shooting a 26-year-old man: