“Thanks to this survivor who bravely came forward, Harvey Weinstein now stands indicted for an additional alleged violent sexual assault,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This investigation is ongoing. If you have been sexually assaulted, I assure you that our team of dedicated prosecutors, investigators, social workers, and many more stand at the ready to support you. Please call us at 212-335-9373.”
“As alleged, Quincy Burks tackled and sexually assaulted a young woman in a horrific late-night attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I am thankful for the doorman who intervened, our fellow New Yorkers who called 911, and the swift work of the NYPD.”
“I thank our prosecutors for their careful handling of this sensitive case, and most of all, the survivor for her bravery in testifying about this traumatic attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, please call us at 212-335-9373. Trauma-informed, survivor-centered care is available.”
“As the pandemic reached its height in Spring 2020, this defendant preyed on a fellow COVID-shelter resident in a horrific attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “He turned what should have been a safe haven into a nightmare for an ill woman who had already endured so much. Thank you to the jury for its careful consideration of this case, and most importantly, to the survivor for her courage in taking the stand to testify.”
“The horrific allegations against Alex Jean continue to grow as immensely brave survivors come forward to our office,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This indictment alleges utterly despicable acts of kidnapping, sexual violence, and other forms of violence and coercion. Our Human Trafficking Unit is well-equipped with trauma-informed staff, including specially trained social workers who can help survivors heal – please call us at 212-335-3400.”
