Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Brittan Jones For Shoving 85-Year-Old Onto The Rockefeller Center Subway Tracks 
“Today, Brittan Jones is facing accountability for shoving an 85-year-old man onto the subway tracks at the Rockefeller Center station,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Every New Yorker deserves to be safe in our subway system, and those who jeopardize their safety will be held accountable.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Return Of 30 Antiquities To The People Of Mexico
“The pieces being returned today reflect the depth and beauty of this ancient cultural heritage. There are unfortunately many more pieces looted from Mexico that are still sitting in galleries, homes and auction houses, and we will continue to track them down with our law enforcement partners at HSI,” said District Attorney Bragg.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In $2 Million Loan Fraud Scheme
“As alleged, David Kushner lied to borrowers and lenders alike, concealing exorbitant fees, undisclosed risk, and outright theft of approximately $2 million,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New Yorkers expect honest business dealings, and our Financial Frauds Bureau is determined to protect both lenders and borrowers from fraudulent practices.”
D.A. Bragg: Building Super Indicted For Stealing $350k From 100-Year-Old Man As His Power Of Attorney
“Rosalind Hernandez allegedly stole over $350,000 dollars from a 100-year-old man who entrusted her with his Power of Attorney. The victim relied on Ms. Hernandez for help, yet after she befriended him, she allegedly broke his trust and stole his hard-earned money for her personal greed,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who prey on vulnerable older adults will be held accountable. Please contact our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov if you are above the age of 60 and may be a victim.”
D.A. Bragg: Christopher Brown Sentenced In Thwarted Attack On Jewish Community
“Today Christopher Brown was sentenced to a significant prison term for arming himself with an illegal firearm as part of his plan to commit an act of terror targeting Manhattan’s Jewish community,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I know that the Jewish community in Manhattan is continuing to face rising antisemitism and violent threats, and I want everyone to know that we are using every tool possible in coordination with our law enforcement partners to keep them safe.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Unprovoked Attack On 77-Year-Old
“Anthony Melendez allegedly attacked a 77-year-old woman who was walking home from the grocery store in an unprovoked daylight attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Manhattanites deserve to feel safe on the streets of New York, and those who jeopardize their safety will be held accountable. I hope the victim continues to heal from this horrific assault.”
Manhattan District Attorney's Office