Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Jesse Diaz Ramos For Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Crime Stabbing On Randall’s Island 
“Jesse Diaz Ramos was convicted at trial and will serve a significant prison term for viciously stabbing a woman in a homophobic, unprovoked and nearly fatal attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Ramos, emboldened by his biases, selected and assaulted the victim, seriously injuring and traumatizing her. I hope the victim can take comfort in knowing that Ramos has been brought to justice and I hope she continues to recover from the reeling effects of this violent conduct.”
ICYMI: D.A. Bragg Stresses Importance of Advocating for Vulnerable New Yorkers in El Diario Op-Ed
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. wrote an op-ed in El Diario yesterday stressing the importance of protecting and advocating for vulnerable New Yorkers.
D.A. Bragg Announces The Return Of 39 Antiquities To The People Of Pakistan
“I thank our team for their commitment to dismantling this trafficking network, which continues to yield the return of priceless artifacts to countries all around the world,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Additional Charges In Cryptocurrency Recovery Scam
“As alleged, these defendants conspired to use Coin Dispute Network to defraud dozens of people desperate to retrieve their cryptocurrency, and used lies and deception to steal from nine New Yorkers,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our Investigation Division and its Cyber Crime Bureau follow the money, whether that means cold hard cash or the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency. If you have additional information about this alleged scheme or similar crypto scams, please call us at 212-335-9600.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Doorman For Stealing $477k From Retired NYC Teacher, Husband
“Using more than two dozen stolen checks, Alfredo Mateo depleted the bank accounts these New Yorkers built over the course of decades of hard work,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While both victims have sadly passed away, we were determined to hold Mateo accountable for this disturbing fraud. Alongside our investigative partners, we will remain vigilant in protecting older New Yorkers’ hard-earned savings, including those who dedicated their lives to teaching young people.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentences For Robbery And Drugging Conspiracy
“Julio Ramirez and John Umberger were beloved by their friends and family and had incredibly bright futures ahead of them,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Yet their lives were cut short by these defendants, who displayed a wanton disregard towards their victims. They left both men to die as they used their financial accounts to purchase clothes and sneakers, never once showing concern about the deadly consequences of their actions. We will never be able to undo the tragic losses of Mr. Ramirez and Mr. Umberger, but I hope these significant prison sentences can provide some closure to their loved ones.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office