Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 147 Antiquities To The People Of Türkiye, Pakistan, And Thailand 
“The breadth of these repatriations is a reminder of the global scope of antiquities trafficking,” said District Attorney Bragg. “None of this would be possible without the extraordinary investigative work of our team, and I am extremely grateful for their continued dedication.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Unprovoked Attack On Tourists At Midtown McDonald’s
“New York City welcomes visitors from around the world, and those visitors deserve to feel safe while enjoying our city,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Juan Mercedes attacked two young tourists who were spending time together, senselessly stabbing a teenager in one of Manhattan’s busiest and most visited neighborhoods. I wish the teenager – who continues to suffer from his injuries – a thorough recovery.”
D.A. Bragg: Final “Valor Security” Defendant Pleads Guilty For Operating Sham Safety Training School With Approx. 20K ‘Students’
“Richard Marini, Valor Security’s Training Director and the final defendant charged with operating this sham safety school, will serve time in state prison for jeopardizing the lives of thousands and recklessly endangering the life of Ivan Frias,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Workers trusted Richard Marini to train them on how to work safely at construction sites, and that trust was broken. Unsafe work conditions will not be tolerated in New York.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Therapist Remington Yhap For Raping Teenage Patient
“It is illegal for a therapist to engage in any sexual contact with a patient. Therapists are tasked with helping navigate difficult emotions and experiences, which can leave a patient – particularly a child – extremely vulnerable,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Remington Yhap exploited the trust placed in him as a therapist to groom and ultimately rape a teenager. This investigation is ongoing. If you have been subjected to abuse, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Subway Shoving Of 72-Year-Old Man
“A 72-year-old man was standing on the subway platform when Francisco Garcia allegedly shoved him onto the tracks in a terrifying unprovoked attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with the victim as he continues to heal from this assault. Attacks on straphangers have no place in our bustling transit system, and we will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to keep the subways safe.”
D.A. Bragg: Zykil Adamson Sentenced For Shooting At Recording Studio
“Zykil Adamson has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for shooting a 26-year-old man in the head after an argument,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with the victim who will be paralyzed for the rest of his life due to this near-fatal shooting. Combatting gun violence is our top priority, and those who use guns to endanger the lives of others will be held accountable.”
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