Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictments In Two Separate August Transit Attacks 
“As alleged, Brandon Balfour and Carlos Rivera committed separate, vicious attacks underground using weapons,” said District Attorney Bragg. “These horrifying acts of violence significantly injured two women, including one who needed life-saving surgery. Safety in our subways is paramount, and we will hold accountable those who bring weapons into our transit system and harm New Yorkers. I wish both victims full and speedy recoveries.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Man Who Stole And Forged Older Adults’ Checks
“Alexis De La Cruz will serve prison time for stealing and forging checks from older adults. I hope today’s sentencing sends a message that we will prosecute those who steal hard-earned money from Manhattanites of any age,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I urge New Yorkers to use secure electronic payment methods, when possible, to protect themselves from check fraud.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Midtown Chokehold, Sex Assault
“As alleged, Anthony Smith brutally choked a woman until she lost consciousness before sexually assaulting her,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Special Victims Division takes these crimes extremely seriously and will doggedly pursue justice in this case while centering the survivor’s needs.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Unprovoked Assault Of 94-Old-Man In Apple Store
“As alleged, Lewis Reynolds attacked a 94-year-old man without provocation as he simply shopped in an Apple Store. No older adult should face a terrifying act of violence like this in New York City,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I want New Yorkers to know that we are working with our law enforcement partners to keep Manhattan safe. I hope the victim continues to heal from this horrifying assault.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Stabbing At West Harlem Subway Station
“As alleged, Victor Solis brutally attacked a man who was just trying to make his way home after a day of hard work,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This attack caused significant, life-threatening injuries that were thankfully nonfatal. I wish the victim a full and swift recovery, and I am grateful to the New Yorkers whose selfless actions potentially saved this victim’s life and ensured an arrest was made.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Times Square Triple Shooting
“As alleged, Jayden Clarke callously fired multiple gunshots in the middle of Time Square – an area with considerable foot traffic and tourist activity,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As we further allege, Clarke’s actions resulted in significant injuries to three victims, including an older man and a teenage girl, who were each enjoying the night with their families as they visited New York City. Thankfully the injuries were nonfatal, and I wish each victim a full and speedy recovery.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office