Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Brutally Assaulting Pizzeria Manager 
“As alleged, Tyshaun Watson brutally attacked a pizzeria manager, almost killing him. No employee should have their life threatened when they are working and serving their community,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Office will continue to hold those accountable who use violence against Manhattan workers. I hope the victim heals from this egregious attack.”
D.A. Bragg: James Carlson Indicted For Burning Israeli Flag At Columbia University Protest
“This defendant’s alleged activity went beyond legal and peaceful protest. Committing arson in a crowded protest endangers the safety of others, and this type of behavior will not be tolerated” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to work closely with the NYPD and local colleges and universities to ensure the safety of students, staff and community members during any protest or demonstration.”
D.A. Bragg, NYPD Commissioner Caban Announce Indictment Of Man Who Shot Two NYPD Officers After Robbing Group At Gunpoint
“As alleged, Joshua Dorsett shot two NYPD officers while fleeing from the scene of the armed robbery where he targeted a group of people playing mahjong. Every day, the brave members of the NYPD risk their lives to protect New Yorkers and Joshua Dorsett’s alleged actions could have killed these responding officers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the NYPD for their constant partnership as we work together to keep Manhattan safe. I hope Sergeants Carl Johnson and Christopher Leap continue to heal from this horrific attack.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Hate Crime Indictment Of Man For Anti-Muslim Attack In Midtown
“As alleged, David Grinblat attacked a man because of his perceived religion and national origin and spewed racist, anti-Muslim words at him,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to hold those accountable who commit acts of hatred, which have no place in our city. If you have been a victim or witness to a hate crime or bias incident, please call 911 or report it to our Hate Crimes Unit at 212-335-3100.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Real Estate Attorney For Stealing $200k From Client
“In Manhattan’s competitive real estate market, signing a contract to purchase a home should bring a sigh of relief. Instead, we allege, a real estate attorney abused the trust placed in him by draining an escrow account of $210,000 in funds for a newly contracted apartment weeks after the ink had dried,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New Yorkers must be able to trust that attorneys act ethically and professionally, and we will hold those in the legal profession to those very high standards.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Driver Who Injured 5 Pedestrians
“Addressing vehicular violence is an essential part of ensuring comprehensive public safety. We will hold reckless drivers accountable for the harm they inflict on pedestrians, bikers and other motorists, and I hope the victims in this incident can continue to make a full recovery from their injuries,” said District Attorney Bragg.
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