Press Releases
D.A. Bragg: Neurologist Indicted For Allegedly Sexually Abusing Two Patients 
“A doctor’s appointment should never end in sexual abuse,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation is ongoing. I urge anyone who has been assaulted by a doctor to call our Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Bureau at 212-335-4308.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Attacking Two Friends, Fatally Stabbing One
“Carlos Andres Delgado Lopez allegedly brutally attacked two people, murdering Jan Carl Mesa and significantly injuring a woman,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Even more troubling, Mr. Mesa was stabbed while trying to deescalate the situation. I extend my deepest sympathies to Mr. Mesa’s family as they navigate this difficult time, and I wish the survivor a speedy recovery.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Kidnapping, Repeated Rape Of 15-Year-Old
“As alleged, George Francis lured a 15-year-old girl from Connecticut to his Manhattan apartment, where he raped and abused her repeatedly over more than three months,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We take prosecutions of anyone preying on children extremely seriously, and our Child Abuse Bureau is here to help in a trauma-informed, survivor-centered manner. Please call us at 212-335-4308.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Tiliek Thompson For Murdering Lovay Williams
“This brutal alleged act of domestic violence devastated Lovay Williams’ family members and forever changed the life of her 7-year-old daughter,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Ms. Williams’ death is an utterly tragic reminder of the work we still need to do to combat intimate-partner and domestic violence. I want to assure survivors and their loved ones that we are deeply committed to addressing these crimes, and that we have the resources to help you. If you or someone you know is a survivor, please call our Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Bureau at 212-335-4308.”
D.A. Bragg: Owner Of Au Jus Restaurant Indicted For Wage Theft
“As alleged, Patrick Griffin, owner of the popular Au Jus restaurant, took advantage of his workers and stole their hard-earned wages while they provided physically demanding labor. Griffin was allegedly vacationing in Europe while his employees were begging him for their money that they earned and need to support their families,” said District Attorney Bragg. “An honest day’s work deserves an honest day’s pay, and we will prosecute bad bosses who deprive their workers of wages. This investigation is ongoing – if your wages were stolen, please call or message our helpline at (646) 712-0298, regardless of your immigration status.”
Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Sentencing of Juan Valoy
“Juan Valoy has been sentenced to a state prison term for scamming and exploiting New Yorkers looking for housing. Those who take advantage of Manhattanites looking for stable housing during New York’s housing crisis will be held accountable,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If you are a victim of a rental scam, please call our Housing & Tenant Protection Unit at 212-335-3300, or email danyhousing@dany.nyc.gov, regardless of your immigration status.”
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