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June 2, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Muslim Brunson For Unprovoked SoHo Attacks Click For More

“As alleged, Muslim Brunson used a glass bottle to attack two women, almost killing one, who were simply walking in SoHo in the middle of the day,” said District Attorney Bragg. “These unprovoked attacks are deeply disturbing, and I hope the victims continue to heal from these terrifying assaults. Random acts of violence have no place in our city, and we will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to keep Manhattan safe. I thank the NYPD for its quick response.”

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May 30, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 11 Antiquities To The People Of Egypt Click For More

“Eleven more priceless antiquities have now been recovered and returned to where they rightfully belong. None of this work is possible without the dedication and commitment of our team, and I thank them for their work on these investigations,” said District Attorney Bragg.

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May 30, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Jesse Diaz Ramos For Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Crime Stabbing On Randall’s Island Click For More

“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.”  

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May 28, 2025

ICYMI: D.A. Bragg Stresses Importance of Advocating for Vulnerable New Yorkers in El Diario Op-Ed Click For More

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. 

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May 28, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces The Return Of 39 Antiquities To The People Of Pakistan Click For More

“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.

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May 22, 2025

D.A. Bragg Announces Additional Charges In Cryptocurrency Recovery Scam Click For More

“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.”


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