Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment in Car Chase That Injured Two Police Officers, Destroyed Outdoor Dining Structure 
“This driver allegedly engaged in an incredibly reckless and dangerous car chase that injured two NYPD officers. Many other lives were put at risk as he wove through streets and sidewalks, and even drove right through an outdoor dining structure. I wish the officers injured a full and speedy recovery,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence of Keyshawn Kitchens for Harlem Stabbing
“Keyshawn Kitchens aggressively attacked a volunteer at a local community center, leaving him with serious injuries and significant trauma,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the jurors for their careful consideration of the evidence, and our prosecutors for their commitment to accountability in this case.”
D.A. Bragg To Honor Gun Violence Awareness Month With Youth Violence Prevention Grants, Gun Buyback Event, Art of Healing Festival & More
“As we enter Gun Violence Awareness Month, we are reminded of the toll that firearms continue to take in our communities,” said District Attorney Bragg. “There are far too many people grieving due to gun violence, and we have an urgent responsibility to use every tool at our disposal to get guns off our streets. That includes direct investments in neighborhoods, collaboration with community partners and coordination with other members of law enforcement. I am pleased that this comprehensive approach has begun to lead to a steady reduction in homicides and shootings in Manhattan, but we have a lot more work to do, and I look forward to taking part in these events with my fellow New Yorkers.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Hate Crime Indictments in String of Anti-Asian Attacks
“Hate and harassment have absolutely no place on the streets of Manhattan and New Yorkers of all backgrounds deserve to feel safe,” said D.A. Bragg. “We will continue to vigorously investigate and prosecute these types of biased, violent attacks. My thoughts are with the victims as they continue to heal.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Violent East Harlem Stranger Rape
“Public safety means not having to fear a simple walk to the subway,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the NYPD for its quick work tracking down this suspect and making an arrest on these deeply disturbing allegations. I want to ensure survivors that we have the resources to help you in a trauma-informed manner that puts your needs first. Please call us at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg, DOI Commissioner Strauber, I.G. Lang Announced Sentencing of Unlicensed Labor Broker
“Salvador Almonte Jr. put workers’ lives at risk by lying to insurance companies and the State of New York. Instead of receiving the medical insurance and disability pay they deserved, his employees were left exposed and vulnerable because of his criminal conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to work alongside our law enforcement partners to ensure the strongest protections for hard-working New Yorkers who put their safety at risk to keep this city moving.”
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