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September 9, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Man Who Stole And Forged Older Adults’ Checks Click For More

“Alexis De La Cruz will serve prison time for stealing and forging checks from older adults. I hope today’s sentencing sends a message that we will prosecute those who steal hard-earned money from Manhattanites of any age,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I urge New Yorkers to use secure electronic payment methods, when possible, to protect themselves from check fraud.” 

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September 3, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Midtown Chokehold, Sex Assault Click For More

“As alleged, Anthony Smith brutally choked a woman until she lost consciousness before sexually assaulting her,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Special Victims Division takes these crimes extremely seriously and will doggedly pursue justice in this case while centering the survivor’s needs.”

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September 3, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Unprovoked Assault Of 94-Old-Man In Apple Store Click For More

“As alleged, Lewis Reynolds attacked a 94-year-old man without provocation as he simply shopped in an Apple Store. No older adult should face a terrifying act of violence like this in New York City,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I want New Yorkers to know that we are working with our law enforcement partners to keep Manhattan safe. I hope the victim continues to heal from this horrifying assault.” 

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September 3, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Stabbing At West Harlem Subway Station Click For More

“As alleged, Victor Solis brutally attacked a man who was just trying to make his way home after a day of hard work,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This attack caused significant, life-threatening injuries that were thankfully nonfatal. I wish the victim a full and swift recovery, and I am grateful to the New Yorkers whose selfless actions potentially saved this victim’s life and ensured an arrest was made.”   

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August 28, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Times Square Triple Shooting Click For More

“As alleged, Jayden Clarke callously fired multiple gunshots in the middle of Time Square – an area with considerable foot traffic and tourist activity,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As we further allege, Clarke’s actions resulted in significant injuries to three victims, including an older man and a teenage girl, who were each enjoying the night with their families as they visited New York City. Thankfully the injuries were nonfatal, and I wish each victim a full and speedy recovery.”

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August 21, 2025

D.A. Bragg: Ingrid Lewis-Martin Newly Indicted For Accepting More Than $75,000 In Bribes In Wide-Ranging Conspiracies Click For More

“We allege that Ingrid Lewis-Martin engaged in classic bribery conspiracies that had a deep and wide-ranging impact on City government,” said District Attorney Bragg. “As alleged, Lewis-Martin consistently overrode the expertise of public servants so she could line her own pockets. While she allegedly received more than $75,000 in bribes and an appearance on a TV show, every other New Yorker lost out.


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ICYMI: Read D.A. Bragg’s op-ed in New York Amsterdam News on how targeted, strategic planning and community investments helped drive down gun violence in Harlem this summer:
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This morning, D.A. Bragg welcomed our latest Analysts and Trial Preparation Assistants in our Investigation and Appeals Divisions as they begin their training!
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This weekend, members of our Hate Crimes Unit attended the National Asian Pacific Islander Prosecutors Association conference to discuss our office’s hate crimes work with prosecutors from across the country.