Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Stabbing At Upper East Side Subway Station 
“As alleged, Amad Edwards viciously stabbed a stranger on a subway platform in the early morning hours,” said District Attorney Bragg. “In Manhattan, we will continue to hold people accountable who commit harmful and illegal conduct in our stations and on our subways. I wish the victim a speedy recovery.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatally Striking Pedestrian With Car
“As alleged, Angel Melendez’s extremely reckless driving killed 51-year-old Nadjari Reid, a lifelong New Yorker, and injured a second pedestrian. My thoughts are with Mr. Reid’s loved ones as they continue to mourn his loss,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Dangerous drivers who recklessly endanger, harm, or kill pedestrians will be held accountable.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 14 Antiquities To The People Of Türkiye
“Ancient sites in Türkiye have seen significant looting and we are continuing to investigate and track down pieces stolen from Bubon. I thank HSI for their continued partnership and to our team of prosecutors and analysts for their work to ensure these 14 antiquities can return to where they rightfully belong,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Men For Deadly Shooting At Tompkins Square Park
“As alleged, Angel Sardina and Rafael Macias coordinated a vicious and deadly shooting, which seriously injured one victim and tragically ended Fermin Brito’s life,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our city’s parks should be safe spaces for all Manhattanites, and we will hold those accountable who endanger them with gun violence and illegal conduct. My thoughts are with Mr. Brito’s family as they continue grieving his loss and I wish the other victim a speedy recovery.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Upper East Side Attempted Rape
“As alleged, Quincy Burks tackled and sexually assaulted a young woman in a horrific late-night attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I am thankful for the doorman who intervened, our fellow New Yorkers who called 911, and the swift work of the NYPD.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Tyrese Haspil For Brutal Murder Of Fahim Saleh
“Today, Tyrese Haspil is facing accountability for brutally murdering and decapitating Fahim Saleh, a kind, generous, and empathetic person who positively impacted the world. Even after the defendant stole from him to fund a lavish lifestyle, Mr. Saleh still gave him a second chance,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While today’s sentence won’t bring Mr. Saleh back, I hope it provides his family a sense of closure as they continue to mourn his painful loss.”
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