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May 30, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces 34-Count Felony Trial Conviction of Donald J. Trump Click For More

“Donald Trump is guilty of repeatedly and fraudulently falsifying business records in a scheme to conceal damaging information from American voters during the 2016 presidential election. Over the course of the past several weeks, a jury of 12 every day New Yorkers was presented with overwhelming evidence – including invoices, checks, bank statements, audio recordings, phone logs, text messages, and direct testimony from 22 witnesses – that proved beyond a reasonable doubt that Mr. Trump illegally falsified 34 New York business records,” said District Attorney Alvin Bragg.

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May 29, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Pleas, Full Restitution For 18 Workers In Grimaldi’s Pizzeria Wage Theft Case Click For More

“With today’s guilty plea, 18 hard-working New Yorkers will be made whole and receive the wages stolen from them by their employers at Grimaldi’s Pizzeria,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This case expanded since the initial announcement because more workers came forward, making clear the importance of both outreach and reporting. We encourage anyone whose wages have been stolen to call our Worker Protection Unit by calling or messaging (646) 712-0298. The Office is a safe place to report crime, whether or not you are documented.” 

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May 28, 2024

D.A. Bragg & NYPD Commissioner Caban: Man Indicted For Manufacturing Ghost Guns In Harlem Apartment, Test-Firing Weapons In Central Park Click For More

“As alleged, Roberto Guerrero threatened the safety of all New Yorker, including his own children, when he decided to manufacture and store 3D-printed weapons - some of which were fully operable - in his home," said District Attorney Bragg.  “As the technology behind 3D weapons continues to improve, the guns being produced are only becoming more sophisticated. Gun violence remains our top priority and while I am pleased that shootings and homicides are down significantly since I took Office, we must remain diligent and leverage every tool at our disposal to tackle ghost guns and ultimately prevent gun violence.”      

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May 28, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatally Stabbing His Ex-Girlfriend Click For More

“As alleged, Candido Rodriguez brutally murdered Melanie Woods, his ex-girlfriend, in her apartment after waiting for her to return from walking her dog. I send my deepest condolences to Ms. Woods’s family and friends as they continue to mourn her loss,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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May 28, 2024

D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Assaulting, Stalking And Harassing Strangers In Four Hate Crimes Click For More

“Skiboky Stora allegedly committed a series of hate-motivated incidents against several individuals based on their perceived gender, race and religion,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Much of what defines our city is respect and acceptance of all people. Nobody should have to fear for their safety because of their identity. I thank our prosecutors for their unwavering commitment in seeking justice for these victims.”   

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May 24, 2024

D.A. Bragg: Christopher Villacis Sentenced To 20 Years-To-Life For Sexually Assaulting, Beating, Strangling Woman He Held Captive For Three Days Click For More

“Christopher Villacis inflicted terrible abuse on a woman who had come to him for help, suddenly turning an argument into three days of absolute torture,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank our prosecutors for their dedication to seeing justice done in this case. Most of all, I thank the survivor for taking the stand and recounting this unimaginably difficult experience. Despite his best attempts, the defendant was not able to take her dignity.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 hours ago
“If there’s any state that’s going to crack down on the crypto industry, it’s going to be New York.” - @courtneycgross.

Watch @ny1 with @patkiernan & @courtneycgross for more on our bill with @senatormyrie to criminalize unlicensed crypto businesses in NYS.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office9 hours ago
Watch here to learn more about our new bill with @senatormyrie that would criminalize operating a virtual currency business in New York State without a license.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office9 hours ago
“For Ms. Hernandez, this generous gift was not enough – in her greed, she stole an additional $350,000 to spend on personal items.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this all-count trial conviction: