Tag: Sexual Violence

D.A. Bragg Announces Additional Sex Trafficking Charges Against Man Who Allegedly Kidnapped Covenant House Teen

“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.”

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Assamad Nash For Murder Of Christina Yuna Lee

“Christina Yuna Lee was killed in an unthinkably horrific manner in her own apartment at the hands of Assamad Nash,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Ms. Yuna Lee was a creative, kind and joyful person and her death not only devastated her family but left a lasting impact on an entire community. I hope the resolution of this case offers comfort and a sense of justice for everyone that has been touched by Ms. Yuna Lee’s life and this tragedy. May her legacy be celebrated for years to come.”

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Youth Flag Football Coach For Paying Children To Send Nude Photos, Videos On Snapchat

“Benvontay Fogler used his positions at schools and camps to abuse numerous children over the course of more than four years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the many survivors who came forward, as well as our prosecutors and counselors who never stopped working to support them. Our Special Victims Division is here to help; please call us at 212-335-3400.” 

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Attempted Rape In Central Park

“As alleged, Jermaine Longmire attempted to rape a woman in Central Park while she was sunbathing last month. Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers can relax without fearing for their safety, and this alleged conduct will not be tolerated,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our Special Victims Division has the resources to both hold offenders accountable and support survivors as they heal; please call us at 212-335-9373.”

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Carl Phanor For Violent Sexual Assaults Of Three Women

“Carl Phanor has been held accountable for a pattern of vile sexual assaults,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Phanor’s violent attacks did much more than cause physical harm, as many of the survivors continue to suffer deep emotional and psychological scars, and I stand with them as they continue to heal and address their trauma. My Office will continue to put the well-being of our survivors front and center, both through holding people accountable in court and connecting survivors with the appropriate resources through our Survivor Services Bureau.”