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April 23, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Unprovoked Attack At Penn Station Click For More

“As alleged, Tyrone Massey approached a stranger in Penn Station and slashed him without provocation,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Violence has no place in our bustling transit system, and we will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to hold violent offenders accountable. I hope the victim continues to heal from this terrifying attack.” 

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April 23, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Nisean Graves In Fatal Midtown Stabbing Click For More

“Nisean Graves senselessly killed Antonio Eggleston, a complete a stranger, on a busy public street,” said District Attorney Bragg. “His extremely vicious conduct left a family in mourning, and I hope that this significant prison sentence can give them some sense of justice. Our Office takes unprovoked acts of violence very seriously as we work hand in hand with our law enforcement partners to ensure accountability in these cases.”

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April 22, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces 40-Count Indictment Of Talent Agency For Stealing $1.8 Million From 160 Actors Click For More

"As alleged, Mark Measures and KMR stole approximately $1.8 million from 160 hard working actors, many of whom were balancing other jobs to stay afloat while pursuing their acting careers. These defendants also stole thousands of dollars from his employees by taking wages that were meant to be invested in their retirement accounts. Rather than pay the actors and employees, the defendants used their hard-earned money to fund his lavish lifestyle,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct is egregious, and we will continue to fight for Manhattanites to receive every dollar they earn. This is an ongoing investigation – if you are a victim, please contact our office at (646) 712-0298.”

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April 18, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 16th Century Manuscript To The People Of Paraguay Click For More

“I am thrilled that, for the first time, we have been able to return a stolen artifact to the people of Paraguay,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank our team of prosecutors, investigators and analysts for unraveling this theft and returning this manuscript back to Paraguay’s National Archives.”

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April 11, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Albert Brown For Gunpoint Sexual Assault In East Harlem Click For More

“Albert Brown is now convicted of a horrific act of sexual violence and will face a significant prison term,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Every New Yorker deserves to be safe walking our city’s streets and I hope the survivor can continue to heal and recover from the trauma she has experienced. We treat sexual violence with the utmost seriousness, and I urge survivors to contact our trauma-informed Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.” 

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April 10, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Head “Grinch” Who Led ID Theft Operation That Stole Credit Cards, Phones From Clubgoers Convicted At Trial Click For More

“As the leader of the ‘Grinchsters’, Julian Pomales specifically sought out and targeted intoxicated New Yorkers enjoying our borough’s vibrant nightlife,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As illustrated by the variety of cases brought by my Office’s Financial Frauds, Major Economic Crimes, and Cyber Crime Bureaus, identity theft affects New Yorkers of all walks of life. It is one of the most common crimes we see, targeting anyone with a bank account and, increasingly, with a cell phone. I urge New Yorkers to stay vigilant by using strong passwords, monitoring their accounts and reporting suspicious activity. We are here to help: call us at 212-335-8900 if you are a Manhattanite who has been a victim of identity theft or other fraud.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
“Despite his attempts to escape accountability, he will now serve significant time in prison.” – D.A. Bragg. Read more about the sentencing of Marquis Chappelle to 25 years-to-life in state prison for fatally shooting his roommate, Ousmane Ag: https://www.amny.com/law/harlem-man-who-gunned-down-roommate-over-stolen-soda-gets-sentence-of-25-to-life/
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
ICYMI: Watch here to learn more about the sentencing of Aljo Mrkulic to 39 years-to-life in prison for the brutal murder of 30-year-old Christopher Rodriguez, setting a fire that endangered countless residents and attacking three police officers.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 days ago
“Kamal Semrade turned a moving train into a weapon that caused devastating, life-altering injuries.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this all-count trial conviction for a subway shoving: https://patch.com/new-york/upper-east-side-nyc/man-convicted-after-woman-paralyzed-ues-subway-shoving-prosecutors-say