Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Woman For Unprovoked Fatal Stabbing In Midtown 
“As alleged, Samaria Lopez brutally stabbed and took the life of Jordin Walston – a doting and beloved young mother,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct has devastated Ms. Walston’s family and loved ones and my thoughts remain with them in their ongoing grief.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Youth Flag Football Coach For Paying Children To Send Nude Photos, Videos On Snapchat
“Benvontay Fogler used his positions at schools and camps to abuse numerous children over the course of more than four years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the many survivors who came forward, as well as our prosecutors and counselors who never stopped working to support them. Our Special Victims Division is here to help; please call us at 212-335-3400.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Attacking East Village Restaurant Worker, Slashing Pedestrian At Astor Place Plaza
“As alleged, Steven Johnson attacked a restaurant employee just one day before slashing a pedestrian who was sitting in a plaza,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with the victims as they heal from their extensive injuries. Those who harm and threaten the safety of New Yorkers will be held accountable.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Attempted Rape In Central Park
“As alleged, Jermaine Longmire attempted to rape a woman in Central Park while she was sunbathing last month. Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers can relax without fearing for their safety, and this alleged conduct will not be tolerated,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our Special Victims Division has the resources to both hold offenders accountable and support survivors as they heal; please call us at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg & Adams Administration Urge U.S. Supreme Court To Uphold Commonsense Ghost Gun Regulations
“The continued prevalence of ghost guns poses a major threat to public safety in New York City. While shootings and homicides are down double digits in Manhattan thanks to our close coordination with the NYPD and our federal partners, the technology behind ghost guns is rapidly evolving,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg, Mayor Adams Announce New Midtown Community Improvement Coalition To Enhance Quality Of Life, Protect Public Safety In Midtown Manhattan
“Midtown Manhattan is essential to the economic well-being of our city — and the entire region. It’s among the busiest commercial districts in the entire world, home to thousands of permanent residents, iconic tourist attractions, restaurants, retailers, and critical transportation hubs that are the gateways to our city,” said Manhattan District Attorney Bragg.
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“We are doing enforcement every day, that’s a core part of our job, but it’s the partnership. It’s not just the prosecutors & the police officers, it’s the clergy, mentors, teachers. It is all of us working in conjunction.” – D.A. Bragg. Via @nydailynews:
“Diamonds are forever, but this alleged scheme was short-lived.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about yesterday’s indictment of a man for allegedly taking advantage of diamond merchants by stealing their diamonds and replacing them with fake stones in @AP:
Tune in to watch as D.A. Bragg announces the return of an eleventh piece of Nazi-looted art:
Thank you, D.A. Bragg, for your support! We're honored to be among the 8 community-based organizations selected to receive funding to proactively prevent youth gun violence. Together, we're creating safer communities! #YouthEmpowerment #EndGunViolence
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