Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Conviction Of Man For Assaulting, Attempting To Rob 91-Year-Old Man On U.E.S 
“A jury of his peers found Christian Torres guilty of violently assaulting a 91-year-old man who was walking home with groceries in an unprovoked attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I hope this conviction sends a message that those who assault older New Yorkers will be held accountable. I thank the jury for its service, and our prosecutors for their hard work securing this all-count conviction.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Unprovoked Attack On Older New Yorker At Midtown Subway Station
“As alleged, Sherlock Arana assaulted a complete stranger in an unprovoked attack against an older New Yorker,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New Yorkers deserve to be safe navigating our subway stations and we will not stand for this kind of harmful conduct. We treat all random acts of violence committed in Manhattan with the seriousness they deserve, and we are working closely with our law enforcement partners to seek accountability in these cases.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Murder Of Excenia Mette
“As alleged, Ricky Shelby fatally shot Excenia Mette when she stepped outside to check on her grandson after she heard shots being fired. Ms. Mette, affectionately known as Momma Zee, was a staple of the Harlem community, and her death is an absolute tragedy,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My heart goes out to her many loved ones who are mourning her devastating loss. New Yorkers should be able to walk in their neighborhoods without fearing for their lives, and we will hold accountable those who harm New Yorkers through gun violence.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Valor Security For Operating Sham Safety Training School With Approx. 20k “Students”
“Valor Security is facing accountability for operating a sham safety training school, imperiling the workers in one of New York’s most dangerous industries. Valor’s President, Alexander Shaporov, also pleaded guilty to recklessly endangering Ivan Frias, who tragically died when he fell from a construction site without proper training,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to root out fraud with our partners at DOI and DOB. If you are a victim of dangerous work conditions, please call our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In $40 Million Cash Payroll Conspiracy
“This indictment captures an alleged conspiracy that stretched from a construction company to the check cashing business that generated its $40 million unreported payroll,” said District Attorney Bragg. “NYSIF provides an important service in a city where construction is never-ending, and fraud impacts its ability to make injured workers whole. My Office’s Rackets Bureau followed the money, working with numerous enforcement partners here and in New Jersey, to put an end to this alleged scheme.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction Of Man Who Shot Neighbor In East Harlem Apartment Building
“Avery Dunning was held accountable for a vicious attack against his neighbor, who was trying to protect Dunning’s girlfriend from what she believed was abuse,” said District Attorney Bragg. “A jury of his peers determined that Dunning’s extremely violent conduct could have been fatal. It is miraculous that the neighbor survived such a horrific act of gun violence, but she continues to suffer from the significant, life altering effects of this shooting. I thank our prosecutors for presenting such a strong and compelling case and securing justice.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office