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October 27, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Manslaughter Charges in Fatal Hit And Run Click For More

“Despite causing a horrific car crash that led to the death of one individual, Jason Clotter allegedly immediately fled New York to avoid prosecution. Today’s indictment makes clear that we treat any deaths that result from reckless driving just as seriously as any other form of violence,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 27, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment of Two Who Stole Identities in Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Scheme Click For More

“Unemployment programs are for New Yorkers who need urgent financial support, and this was especially true when pandemic unemployment assistance was available. As alleged, not only did these individuals steal the identities of 27 unwitting victims, but they also then took advantage of the system meant to help New Yorkers in need,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 26, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence for Son Who Brutally Murdered His Mother Click For More

“This sentencing finally closes a challenging chapter for this family and their loved ones,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank our prosecutors for their diligent work and commitment to ensuring accountability.”

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October 25, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man Who Sexually Assaulted Three Women Jogging Along Hudson River Greenway Click For More

“New Yorkers deserve to use our city’s many trails and parks without fear,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Kenneth Miller preyed on women using the same pattern: attacking them in broad daylight as they were out for a run."

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October 19, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence for East Harlem Man Click For More

“Luis Acevedo contributed to the proliferation of illegal guns and drug trade by having these dangerous weapons and controlled substances,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 19, 2022

D.A. Bragg, DOI Commissioner Strauber Announce Indictment of Six Real Estate Developers for Defrauding New York State’s 421-A Program Click For More

“These developers allegedly abused a government program meant to provide New Yorkers access to desperately needed affordable housing. Not only did they illegally charge substantially higher market rents for years, but they did so while personally reaping the benefits of generous property tax abatements. When I announced our Housing & Tenant Protection Unit last week, I said that we would take a targeted approach to complex and pervasive criminal activity that diminished our already limited stock of affordable housing, and this case is an example of just that,” said District Attorney Bragg.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
Last week, members of our Special Victims Division Wellness committee were thrilled to chat with Mariska Hargitay – aka Olivia Benson, our favorite fictional detective and real-life hero – after watching her play, Every Beautiful Thing! We are so grateful to Mariska and the team at the Joyful Heart Foundation for their commitment to creating better responses to intimate partner and sexual violence in NYC and beyond.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
“Domestic and intimate-partner violence remains one of the most pervasive crimes in New York City.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about our new funding for grassroots organizations to support people impacted by intimate-partner violence in Manhattan.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
ICYMI: Learn more about the indictment of a former NYPD sergeant for allegedly stealing approximately $132,366.85 in standard and overtime pay.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office