Press Releases
Manhattan Ended The First Half Of 2025 With Drastic Decrease In Homicides And Massive Declines In Shootings 
“Combatting gun violence remains a top priority for my office, and our comprehensive approach has led to a more than 40% decrease in both shootings and homicides so far this year. From aggressive enforcement to strategic partnerships and targeted community investments, we are doing the work to drive down cycles of gun violence and stem the flow of illegal firearms. I thank our prosecutors, law enforcement partners and community leaders for their continued efforts. By working together and using every tool at our disposal, we can achieve lasting public safety,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Moves To Vacate Two Unjust 1994 Homicide Convictions
“Charles Collins and Brian Boles served significant time in jail and suffered the devastating consequences of their unjust convictions for decades,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We cannot undo the harm to their lives, but it is never too late to do what is right. I also want to acknowledge the pain still felt by the family of Mr. Reid, whose life was lost in this terrible act of violence. Unjust convictions not only hurt impacted individuals, but also undermine faith in the criminal justice system, which makes all of us less safe. I want to commend our Post-Conviction Justice Unit for an incredibly rigorous and thorough investigation that included new DNA testing in partnership with OCME, which was not possible at the time of the original investigation. I hope that Mr. Collins and Mr. Boles can take some measure of comfort now that their convictions are officially vacated.”
D.A. Bragg: Middle School Teacher Indicted For Sexually Abusing Three Students
“As alleged, Saneel Boodram used his position at a public middle school to inappropriately touch and engage with at least three children,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Please reach out to our Office at 212-335-4300 if you believe your child may have been abused by this individual – our experienced team has trauma-informed training to handle these investigations with the care and sensitivity they deserve.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of Antiquities To Indonesia And Türkiye
“I am grateful to the hard work of our prosecutors and investigators to track down these objects and return them to where they belong. It speaks to the extraordinary collaboration and partnership our Office has with countries all across the world who are seeking to reclaim their stolen cultural heritage,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg: Jonathan Wohl Indicted On Attempted Murder For Attack On Court Officers
“Court officers have the incredibly challenging job of keeping everyone in our courthouses safe, including judges, staff, attorneys, victims, witnesses, the public, and those facing criminal charges. From staffing the main entrances to dozens of individual court parts, they are a universal presence and keep our system moving. We have absolutely no tolerance for any attack on their safety, and the significant charges in this indictment reflect the seriousness with which we are treating this matter,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Secures Return Of $170k To Workers In Wage Theft Prosecution
“George Cole stole hard-earned wages from workers who put hours of dedicated labor into construction projects, using the stolen money to purchase lavish personal items. Now, this defendant will return wages to the very workers he stole from,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Every worker in Manhattan deserves to receive each dollar they make, and my office will continue to create accountability for those who jeopardize that. We were also proud to use our Stolen Wage Fund to make these workers whole. To report wage theft, please call or message our Worker Protection Unit at (646) 712-0298.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office