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July 29, 2022

D.A. Bragg: Global Diamond Trader Sentenced for Stealing Millions From Manhattan Diamond Company Click For More

“Mr. Modi tricked this Manhattan company and pawned and sold diamonds that were not rightfully his on the cheap for his own financial gain,” said District Attorney Bragg

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July 29, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction of Neurologist Ricardo Cruciani for Rape and Sexual Assault of Patients Click For More

“Ricardo Cruciani abused his power as a medical professional and knowingly took advantage of his patients’ pain. We entrust doctors to respect our bodies and health when we go to them for help, yet Dr. Cruciani utterly violated that duty. Dr. Cruciani left in his wake six survivors who continue to suffer from debilitating diseases, and now, years of trauma,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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July 27, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment Against Man Who Fatally Shot Mother Walking With Their 3-Month-Old On UES Click For More

“As alleged, Isaac Argro murdered Azsia Johnson, the mother of their 3-month-old child, in a premediated act of fatal domestic violence” said District Attorney Bragg.

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July 25, 2022

D.A. Bragg Moves to Vacate Steven Lopez’s Conviction in Central Park Jogger Case Click For More

“All of the factors taken together – as set forth in our motion papers – show what the people believe are unique circumstances, combined with Mr. Lopez’s youth, made his plea involuntary – and therefore unconstitutional," said D.A. Bragg.

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July 20, 2022

D.A. Bragg Returns 142 Antiquities Valued at Nearly $14 Million to the People of Italy Click For More

“Though the pieces being repatriated today have a written price tag of millions of dollars, the historical, artistic, and cultural values attached to each of the relics are immeasurable and priceless. These artifacts deserve a place in their homeland, where the people of Italy can jointly appreciate the marvels of their country’s past,” said District Attorney Bragg

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July 18, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment in Stabbing of 80-Year-Old Leonilda Nuez Balbuena Click For More

“Leonilda Nuez Balbuena’s life ended in a shocking and brutal crime. No family should ever have to experience the pain caused by this type of tragedy, and we are committed to ensuring accountability,” said District Attorney Bragg.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office18 hours 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 Office2 days 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 Office2 days 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: