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October 17, 2022

D.A. Bragg Returns 307 Stolen Antiquities to the People Of India Click For More

“These antiquities were stolen by multiple complex and sophisticated trafficking rings – the leaders of which showed no regard for the cultural or historical significance of these objects. Tracking down these antiquities would not be possible without the collaboration of our law enforcement partners at HSI and the outstanding work of our world-class investigators.”

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October 14, 2022

Longtime City Contractor Pleads Guilty to $1 Million Insurance Fraud Click For More

“Workers doing dangerous work should be afforded every protection possible, yet these city contractors misclassified their employees for financial gain. As a result, they put their workers at risk, while also undermining the integrity of the public bidding process,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 13, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Creation of the Office’s First Housing & Tenant Protection Unit Click For More

“New York City is in the midst of a housing crisis, and that means tenants are particularly vulnerable to unscrupulous landlords,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 11, 2022

D.A. Bragg & Commissioner Sewell Announce 32-Count Indictment in Ghost Gun Takedown Click For More

“The allegations in this case once again make clear how easy it is for anyone to assemble a semi-automatic weapon in their own home,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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October 3, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Manslaughter Charges Against Driver Who Killed Two Pedestrians Click For More

“As alleged, this reckless speeding and driving ended in tragedy,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Manhattanites should not be killed by drivers when they are simply walking in their neighborhood. We will continue to protect the safety of pedestrians and drivers on our streets.”

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September 29, 2022

D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment Against Man Who Fatally Shot a Woman Near Union Square Click For More

“As alleged, Clarkson Wilson murdered Imani Armstrong in cold blood after he waited hours outside her place of employment,” said D.A. Bragg. “My thoughts are with Ms. Armstrong’s family and loved ones, who are experiencing immense pain. We are committed to pursuing full accountability and justice in this case.”


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