Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence for Man Who Raped Acquaintance While She Slept 
“Quamae Taylor took advantage of this survivor’s vulnerable state and raped her while she was asleep and physically helpless,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the survivor for her resilience and her strength in speaking at today’s sentencing. The facts of this case bely many common misunderstandings of rape, while mirroring what we see across our Special Victims Division. This defendant was an acquaintance, not a stranger, and raped this survivor in a relative’s apartment, not a stereotypical darkened street corner. I want to reiterate that regardless of the circumstances, rape is rape, and we are here to help you. I urge survivors to call us at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Including Full Restitution to Workers in New Wage Theft Case
“Hard working New Yorkers deserve the wages they earn, and in the midst of an affordability crisis, every dollar counts,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If your wages are being stolen by your employer, or if you are being forced to work in unsafe conditions, our Worker Protection Unit is here to help: call or message us at (646) 712-0298.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Using Stolen Identity To Get Luxury Apartment, Sublet It Under False Pretenses
“As alleged, Anthony Pittman stole a woman’s identity to apply for and place a deposit on a Manhattan apartment building before turning around and renting it to a subletter under false pretenses. That subletter was then forced to vacate the apartment once the alleged fraud was discovered, while PITTMAN walked away with the supposed rent payments,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The investigation is ongoing. Please call us at 212-335-3300 if you may be a victim.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentences Of Duo In Fatal East Harlem Shooting
“Mr. Reeves was a loving father whose life was taken in a sudden and horrific act of gun violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The defendants coordinated this brazen attack and shot Mr. Reeves without any regard for his life. Combatting gun violence remains my top priority, including by holding offenders accountable. Thanks to our hardworking prosecutors, the defendants will serve significant prison terms. My heart goes out to Mr. Reeves’ family and loved ones, who are still recovering from this tragedy.”
D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction In Fatal Fourth Of July Drunk Driving Crash Trial
“Family and friends were enjoying a Fourth of July barbeque in Corlears Hook Park before their lives were drastically and tragically changed forever. Daniel Hyden was intoxicated when he drove through a fence, killing Lucille Pinkney, Herman Pinkney, Ana Morel, and Emily Ruiz, as well as injuring seven others,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Today, the court found him guilty of numerous crimes for this horrific act of vehicular violence, including four counts of Murder in the Second Degree. While this verdict won’t bring them back to life, I hope that this conviction can bring at least some measure of comfort for their friends and family.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Rodney Johnson For Murder Of Younger Sister
“Rodney Johnson viciously and repeatedly stabbed his own sister in a deadly act of violence in their home,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The defendant seized the opportunity to attack his sister at one of her most vulnerable moments and ultimately killed her in front of their mother. No family should ever have to experience this type of horrific and traumatic conduct. I sincerely hope that Shayla Johnson’s family and loved ones can heal and recover from this devastating tragedy.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office