Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Hate Crimes Indictment Of Sixth Man In 2021 Antisemitic Attack In Times Square 
“As alleged, Salem Seleiman disrupted a peaceful pro-Israel rally when he participated in a brutal antisemitic attack on a Jewish man,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Seleiman’s alleged conduct was abhorrent and many of the other individuals who joined him have already been convicted and are serving state prison sentences. Violently assaulting someone because of their religion is unacceptable, and we will continue to work with our law enforcement partners, community groups and local leaders to address attacks on the Jewish community.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Nelson Counne For Stealing $1.8 Million In Romance Scams
“Nelson Counne used an expertly crafted persona and elaborate web of lies to convince women to hand over their savings,” said District Attorney Bragg. “At least five women were conned into pouring money into his supposed investment opportunities – while unknowingly helping him to repay previous victims and lure in new ones. While the scale of this fraud is remarkable, romance scams are all too common. We urge you to call us at 212-335-8900 if you or someone you know has been a victim.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Against Three Men For Midtown Shooting
“These defendants allegedly coordinated and enacted a gunpoint robbery that led to the death of Tobias Savice, a good-spirited family man,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Although Mr. Savice remained strong on his road towards recovery, he sadly succumbed to the effects of his injuries. I join his family and loved ones in remembering Mr. Savice’s life and honoring his memory.”
D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction Of Tyrese Haspil In Murder Of Tech CEO Fahim Saleh
“Today, a jury found Tyrese Haspil guilty of brutally murdering Fahim Saleh, his former mentor and boss, after stealing approximately $400,000 from him,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Tyrese Haspil tragically cut Mr. Saleh’s life short – a man who came from a close-knit immigrant family and followed his passions to become a successful entrepreneur. I hope the accountability delivered by today’s verdict can provide a measure of comfort to Mr. Saleh’s loved ones as they continue to mourn his loss. I thank our prosecutors for their diligent and thorough work in this case that led to this conviction.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Slashing Man With Machete
“As alleged, Ove Williams used a machete to slash a 32-year-old-man who was walking in Midtown. Pedestrians should feel safe when walking through the streets of New York, and my Office holds those accountable who harm others,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I hope the victim continues to recover from these extensive injuries.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Upper East Side Subway Shooting
“As alleged, Steven Sylvester carried a loaded firearm onto a public, crowded train and intended to use it against a Good Samaritan, shooting an innocent bystander in the process,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct is very serious and put fellow subway riders at risk of being injured. We will continue holding people accountable who misuse our transit system as a hub for dangerous weapons and violence and I wish the victim a speedy recovery.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office