Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces The Return Of More Than 650 Antiquities To The People Of India 
“The scale of the trafficking networks that targeted cultural heritage in India is massive, as demonstrated by the return of more than 600 pieces today,” said District Attorney Bragg. “There is unfortunately more work to be done to return stolen artifacts back to India, and I thank our team for their persistent efforts.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Additional Charges Against Mohamed Orabi For Scamming A Mobile Food Vendor
“Mohamed Orabi allegedly scammed a mobile food vendor out of thousands of dollars by promising them a permit. He continued this despicable conduct even after he was indicted for allegedly scamming other mobile food vendors,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Office will continue to protect hard working New Yorkers and prosecute those who take advantage of them. If you have been scammed, please call our office’s Immigration Affairs Unit hotline at 212-335-3600 or via WhatsApp at 347-371-0877.”
D.A. Bragg Moves To Vacate Unjust 1994 Homicide Conviction
“Harry Ruiz has always maintained his innocence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our thorough reinvestigation included dozens of witness interviews and in-depth document review, which uncovered new evidence that significantly undermines the case presented at trial in 1994. While Mr. Ruiz has already served 25 years in prison, his name deserves to be permanently cleared.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man In Shooting Of Security Guard In Midtown
“As alleged, Shaqueal Parker committed a brazen shooting that left a dedicated security guard, who was doing his job protecting residents, with significant physical injuries,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This attack unfolded on a crowded Midtown street, putting countless New Yorkers at risk of being harmed. Thankfully, the shooting was nonfatal, and I wish the victim a full recovery as he continues to heal.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Trial Conviction Of Orsen Reyes In Midtown Subway Assault
“A jury has convicted Orsen Reyes of carrying out a vicious, unprovoked attack against a stranger that caused significant injuries and could have easily been fatal,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The conviction holds him accountable for this prolonged act of violence and reaffirms our commitment to protecting New Yorkers navigating our transit system. I thank the jury for its careful consideration of the case.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Murdering His Wife In Harlem
“Basilisa Negron was getting ready for work one morning when her estranged husband allegedly broke into her apartment and murdered her with six gunshots at close range,” said District Attorney Bragg. ”If you are experiencing intimate partner violence, please call us at 212-335-9373. We have dedicated prosecutors and social workers to help you, including by developing a safety plan. My thoughts are with Ms. Negron’s children and other loved ones who are mourning her devastating loss.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office