“The death of Jah’Meik Modlin, an innocent four-year-old child, is a tragedy that has scarred this city. That he died a slow and painful death, starving alongside his older siblings, somehow isolated in the heart of Harlem, is a stain on our collective conscience,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Today his parents are indicted for allegedly killing him through extreme physical neglect and persistent abuse with depraved indifference for his life. Our Child Abuse Bureau is working diligently to secure justice for Jah’Meik and to support his three siblings during this immensely difficult process. If you are aware of severe neglect or abuse, please call 911 in an emergency, or contact us at 212-335-4308.”  

“As alleged, Hansel Esparragoza punched an 81-year-old woman in the face in an unprovoked attack, causing her to lose consciousness and fall to the ground,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New Yorkers deserve to be safe when they are going about their daily lives walking through their neighborhoods, and we will continue to prosecute those who threaten their safety. I hope the victim continues to heal from this assault.”

“As alleged, Jaime Rosario punched and critically injured Efrain Patino Guerra in a brutal attack over a work-related dispute,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Unfortunately, Mr. Patino Guerra succumbed to his injuries and was tragically taken from his family, friends and loved ones. I thank our prosecutors for securing upgraded charges, which are indicative of the seriousness of the conduct alleged, and my thoughts remain with Mr. Patino Guerra’s family as they continue mourning his loss.”