Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatally Shooting Yazmeen Williams And Concealing Her Body 
“As alleged, Chad Irish cut the life of Yazmeen Williams short in this unspeakable tragedy, compounding the crime by so callously disposing of her body. Ms. Williams had her whole life ahead of her and was looking forward to starting a new chapter with a job at the New York City Housing and Preservation and Development that week,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I send my deepest condolences to her loved ones as they continue to mourn her loss.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Man Who Raped Fellow Shelter Resident During Height Of Pandemic
“As the pandemic reached its height in Spring 2020, this defendant preyed on a fellow COVID-shelter resident in a horrific attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “He turned what should have been a safe haven into a nightmare for an ill woman who had already endured so much. Thank you to the jury for its careful consideration of this case, and most importantly, to the survivor for her courage in taking the stand to testify.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Anthonia Egegbara For Unprovoked Subway Shoving In Times Square
“Today Anthonia Egegbara was held accountable for pushing a stranger into an oncoming train during morning rush hour in a completely unprovoked attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Due to this brutal conduct, the victim suffered serious physical injuries, which were thankfully non-fatal. Our transit system should be a safe environment for all Manhattanites, and we will continue prosecuting those who jeopardize the safety of its commuters, riders and workers.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Tomas Dunn For Fatally Shooting Mom’s Ex-Partner
“Tomas Dunn has been held accountable for killing Saladeen Cochrane, a warm and loving person, in a heinous and senseless act of gun violence on a Manhattan sidewalk,” said District Attorney Bragg. “To Mr. Cochrane's loved ones, he represented a beloved family man, including a caring husband and father, and my thoughts remain with his heartbroken family as they continue to mourn their devastating loss. I hope the sentence imposed today can bring them a sense of peace and justice."
D.A. Bragg, NYPD Commissioner Caban Announce Indictment Of Man For Stealing Diamond Rings From Tiffany & Co. And Cartier
“As alleged, Yaorong Wan stole diamond rings worth approximately $260,000 from two businesses earlier this year. Manhattan is the retail capital of the country, and we need our business community to thrive,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our Office will continue to hold those accountable who put Manhattan’s businesses at risk. I thank the NYPD for their continuous partnership.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Additional Sex Trafficking Charges Against Man Who Allegedly Kidnapped Covenant House Teen
“The horrific allegations against Alex Jean continue to grow as immensely brave survivors come forward to our office,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This indictment alleges utterly despicable acts of kidnapping, sexual violence, and other forms of violence and coercion. Our Human Trafficking Unit is well-equipped with trauma-informed staff, including specially trained social workers who can help survivors heal – please call us at 212-335-3400.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office