Press Releases
D.A. Bragg: Personal Banker Pleads Guilty For Stealing $166,000 From Client With Dementia 
“Today, Juan Velez is facing accountability for abusing his position as a personal banker to steal from a 79-year-old man suffering from dementia,” said District Attorney Bragg. “We are committed to protecting older New Yorkers from fraudsters who target their well-earned savings. I urge any older adult who may be a victim of a crime to call our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov, where our skilled team of prosecutors and analysts are here to help you.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Home Health Aide For Assaulting A 95-Year-Old Woman
“As alleged, Oluwanifemi Aborisade assaulted a vulnerable, 95-year-old woman who depended on her for care,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I hope the victim continues to heal from this horrific assault. If you are above the age of 60 and have been the victim of a crime, or you know an older adult who has been abused or exploited, please call our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Assaulting MTA Worker
“As alleged, Robert Ray punched an MTA employee in an unprovoked attack, causing her to fall to the ground,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Millions of New Yorkers rely on the hard work of our dedicated MTA employees every day, and we will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to ensure our transit system is safe. I hope the victim continues to heal from this assault.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Jamel McIver For Raping Woman In Upper West Side Building
“Today Jamel McIver was held responsible for forcing a woman into a staircase and attacking her in a horrifying act of sexual violence last year,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Every New Yorker has the right to come home safely without fear, and we will continue to hold those accountable who jeopardize the safety of fellow Manhattanites. If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence, I urge you to please contact our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment In Stabbing At Dominican Day Parade
“As alleged, Joshua Cantero slashed a 65-year-old man multiple times while he was waiting to pick up his wife from work,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Assaults on older adults are reprehensible, and those who commit these acts of violence in Manhattan will be held accountable. I hope the victim continues to heal from this assault.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Threatening Cousin With Operable Pipe-Bomb, Attacking With Machete
“As alleged, Chontrell Wrenick committed an alarming and dangerous attack that jeopardized the safety of his own cousin,” said District Attorney Bragg. “The explosive device posed a significant threat to the lives of innocent Manhattanites, and I am grateful law enforcement was able to intervene and safely recover the device. I wish the victim a speedy recovery.”
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