Press Releases
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted On Hate Crime Charges In Anti-Gay Attack On Child On Lower East Side 
“Hate crimes undermine the values of dignity, safety and inclusion that define our city,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Kevin Maxwell violently attacked an innocent and vulnerable child – a stranger – while directing hateful language at him. Every child deserves to feel safe in our parks and other shared spaces, and we are dedicated to protecting New Yorkers by using every tool available to hold those who commit bias-motivated attacks accountable.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence For Man Who Fatally Choked His Boss With Zip Ties
“The defendant went to great lengths to avoid accountability for this brutal murder,” said District Attorney Bragg. “His actions have caused Mr. Gholian’s family and loved ones lasting emotional damage, and I join with them in mourning their loss. It is never too late to pursue accountability for murder victims, and I thank our team for bringing this matter to its conclusion.”
Statement from D.A. Bragg on the Trial Conviction of Joseph Morros
“A jury has found Joseph Morros guilty of viciously and callously taking Tykeem Berry’s life in an intentional act of gun violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Instead of walking away, Joseph Morros robbed Mr. Berry’s family of a beloved father, son and friend. What is particularly heartbreaking about this incident is Mr. Berry’s young daughter witnessed his murder – a horrific trauma no child should ever have to endure. I thank the jury for their careful and thoughtful consideration of the evidence that led to this verdict.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence In Upper East Side Apartment Rape
“Today’s sentence holds Donovan Murphy accountable for this horrific attack on a nurse while she was sleeping in her own apartment,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Although this case has reached its conclusion, the survivor’s recovery continues, and I hope she is able to heal from the lasting physical and emotional impact of this crime. We will continue to support survivors of rape and sexual violence and vigorously prosecute these matters. "
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of Three Antiquities To The People Of Mexico
“I am pleased that we have now been able to return more than 50 antiquities back to Mexico. We believe that the trafficking networks we have identified are responsible for other pieces looted throughout Mexico, and our work continues,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Upper West Side Car Crash That Killed Two And Injured Three
“As alleged, Elvin Suarez’s decision to drive while intoxicated had devastating and entirely preventable consequences,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Three men were significantly injured, and Jason Negron and Michael Saint-Hilaire—devoted fathers, loyal friends, and beloved members of their Upper West Side community—were killed. The tremendous outpouring of support in the aftermath of this tragedy reflects how deeply they were loved, and my thoughts remain with their families, loved ones, and the surviving victims, as we seek accountability in this case.”
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