Press Releases
Prosecutors Against Gun Violence Appoint New Co-Chair: Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg 
District Attorney Bragg said, “I am honored to Co-Chair Prosecutors Against Gun Violence, a formidable nationwide collective of bipartisan prosecutors working together to find creative and commonsense fixes to address gun violence and advance public safety. I have seen the devastating impact of firearms on our families and communities since a very young age, and I came into office with the specific goal of combating gun violence. While I am pleased with the significant decrease in shootings and homicides in Manhattan, there are still far too many acts of gun violence. And it goes beyond New York City. We must take a comprehensive, nationwide approach through collaboration, investments and advocacy."
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Avery Dunning For Shooting Neighbor In East Harlem Apartment Building
“Avery Dunning will serve a prison sentence following his conviction at trial for the callous shooting of a woman, who remains paralyzed and under extensive care,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The victim rightfully contacted law enforcement when she believed she heard violence occurring, and her actions in no way should have been met with violence. My thoughts remain with the victim and her family as they continue to recover from the reeling effects of this horrific act of gun violence.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction In Brutal Intimate-Partner Violence Case
“Jermaine Gabadian inflicted a horrific cycle of abuse on this survivor, using threats and extreme violence to keep her in fear while he repeatedly sexually assaulted her over the course of two months,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I commend this survivor for her incredible bravery in reporting these crimes and testifying at trial for six days.
D.A. Bragg: Woman Indicted In Stabbing Of Greyhound Bus Employee At Port Authority Bus Terminal
“As alleged, Angelle Thompson viciously stabbed a hardworking employee who was just doing her job,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will not tolerate acts of violence committed against workers and commuters who use Manhattan’s transit hubs. I wish the victim a full recovery as she continues to heal from this horrific attack.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Dr. Maurizio Miglietta For Sexually Assaulting Woman After Displaying Firearm
“As alleged, this prominent doctor used his position to lure a woman to his apartment under the guise of professional networking and mentorship,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Instead, he allegedly displayed a firearm that he said was loaded, and sexually assaulted her as she repeatedly said no. This investigation is ongoing. If you have any information about similar assaults, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 29 Antiquities To The People Of Greece
“These 29 extraordinary pieces were recovered thanks to the hard work of our prosecutors and analysts,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The impact of these significant trafficking networks are still felt in New York, and we will continue to work alongside our partners around the globe to return stolen objects.”
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