Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment In Fatal East Harlem Stabbing 
“Saul Sanchez’s alleged conduct caused the senseless death of a 17-year-old boy and a horrific tragedy for that boy’s loved ones. I want to be clear that we have no tolerance for violence on our streets or in our neighborhoods, and will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to hold people accountable when they commit this type of violence,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Zymir Humphrey For 2022 Fatal Shooting On Lower East Side
“Zymir Humphrey shot and killed Brandon Atkinson in a cruel and vicious act of gun violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Senseless cycles of retribution continue to fuel gun violence that destabilizes our communities and, far too often, results in the deaths of young New Yorkers. As Manhattan district attorney, tackling gun violence remains my top priority and we will continue working with our partners to trend the number of shootings and murders downward and remove dangerous, illegal firearms off our streets.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Unprovoked Attack In Grand Central Station On Christmas Eve
“As alleged, Jason Sargeant attacked two people in the Grand Central Subway Station without provocation on Christmas Eve. Millions of New Yorkers and tourists alike visit Manhattan over the holidays and must be safe when doing so,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who commit acts of violence in our subway system will be held accountable. I hope the victims continue to heal from this terrifying attack.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Jaia Cruz For Fatal Stabbing In Harlem Deli
“This alleged broad-daylight stabbing shook the neighborhood, including the deli workers and customers who witnessed the attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with those grieving the loss of Ray Hodge, a postal worker and beloved father of two.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Shoving Man Onto Tracks Of Oncoming Train At Subway Station In Chelsea
“As alleged, Kamel Hawkins shoved a stranger onto the tracks of an oncoming train in a brutal and unprovoked act of violence committed in our transit system on New Year’s Eve, a widely celebrated holiday in Manhattan and around the world,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Thankfully the victim, who sustained significant injuries, survived this horrifying attack and I wish him a swift recovery. Every day, we will continue working closely with our law enforcement partners to hold accountable those who threaten the safety of New Yorkers utilizing our transit system.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment Of Darnell Jackson For Fatal New Year’s Slashing
“We allege that Darnell Jackson, without any provocation, brutally slashed a 72-year-old man on the street. A New Year’s trip to the deli should never end in death, and we will continue to hold anyone who commits violence accountable for their actions,” said District Attorney Bragg.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office