Press Releases
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.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence For Brutal Domestic Violence Murder
“Alayna Hardy was a young woman who was beloved by her friends and family. Her life was tragically cut short by this chilling and brutal murder by her ex-boyfriend. No family should ever have to experience such a terrible loss and my thoughts are with those who continue to mourn Ms. Hardy. I hope this conviction and sentence sends a clear message that we will always pursue full accountability for anyone who commits this type of horrific violence,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Assamad Nash For Brutal Murder Of Christina Yuna Lee
“Today Assamad Nash was held accountable for senselessly taking Christina Yuna Lee’s life after he followed her into her own home,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Ms. Yuna Lee’s family and loved ones were deprived of a daughter, sister, and friend. My thoughts are with her family and our community as they continue healing from this tragedy.”
D.A. Bragg, HSI, And DEC Announce Indictment Of Man And Woman For Selling Illegal Ivory
“Yincheng Wu and Grace Hu allegedly sold thousands of dollars’ worth of illegal ivory, harming an already endangered species by perpetuating the illicit market for ivory,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who partake in the illegal ivory trade will be held accountable. I thank our law enforcement partners for their assistance in this investigation.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office