Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Full Restitution Of $36.8K To Workers In Wage Theft Prosecution 
“With this resolution, hardworking New Yorkers will be paid what they rightfully earned, and the unscrupulous owner of a construction company will not be able to bid on City contracts for three years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank DOI for its partnership in rooting out fraud in our city contracts, especially in a field as critical and potentially dangerous as construction.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Chief Marketing Officer For Embezzling Nearly $6 Million
“Michael Collins allegedly used his position as a marketing executive to embezzle nearly $6 million from two of his employers over the course of 8 years. He then allegedly used the stolen money to fund his lavish lifestyle, spending it on executive club memberships, luxury brands, fine dining, and extensive travel,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My office’s Investigation Division will hold accountable those who embezzle money from their employers.”
D.A Bragg Announces Guilty Plea of Yaorong Wan For Stealing Diamond Rings From Tiffany & Co. And Cartier
“Yaorong Wan used sleight-of-hand to pocket $260,000 worth of diamonds from two luxury jewelers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New York is a global fashion capital, and we will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to keep mom-and-pop shops and high-end retailers alike safe.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Miguel Jiraud For Brutal Randall’s Island Attack On Biker
“A 44-year-old woman was riding her bike home from work when Miguel Jiraud allegedly brutally attacked her without provocation. To this day, she remains severely cognitively impaired,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This conduct is abhorrent. I hope she continues to recover from this terrifying assault, and I want to assure New Yorkers that we will ensure accountability for those who commit such acts of violence.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Donta King Jr. For U.W.S. Murder
“Donta King, Jr., will serve a significant prison sentence for tragically taking the life of Ronald Thomas – a father and brother,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This vile act of gun violence against a defenseless man continues to devastate Mr. Thomas’ family and loved ones, who are still struggling to make sense of this horrifying and deadly attack. Combatting gun violence remains the top priority for my office as we work with our law enforcement partners to rid our streets of dangerous weapons and make Manhattan’s communities safer.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Fake Attorney For Stealing Over $290k From More Than 100 Clients
“Sean Mescall went to extreme lengths to steal from over one hundred New Yorkers, falsely posing as an attorney providing legal assistance, while he was actually exploiting them,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who defraud Manhattanites seeking help will be held accountable. If you are a victim of financial crime, or know about a financial crime that requires investigation, please call our Financial Frauds Bureau at 212-335-8900.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office