Alvin Bragg is the 37th District Attorney elected in Manhattan. Alvin – a lifelong Manhattanite who served as a state and federal prosecutor – has spent more than two decades fighting to make our communities safer and our criminal justice system fairer.
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D.A. Bragg Announces Murder Indictment In Upper East Side Subway Shovings
“Two New Yorkers were waiting for the subway on a Sunday morning when they were shoved into the tracks, allegedly by Bairon Hernandez. He used such force that he killed Richard Williams, an 83-year-old veteran,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I hope the survivor continues to heal from this abhorrent assault, and my thoughts are with the loved ones of Mr. Williams who are mourning his tragic loss. Those who use violence in our bustling transit system will be prosecuted.”
Manhattan D.A., Dept. Of Investigation, Announce Bribery Indictment Of Dept. Of Buildings Supervisor
“As alleged, Jake Udeh used his supervisory role at the Department of Buildings to help his co-conspirators leapfrog those abiding by the rules for as little as $500 a project,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Over the course of the alleged conspiracy, those cash bribes combined with international travel costs totaled more than $75,000. DOB plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of the more than 1 million buildings and construction sites in New York City. Together with our partners at the Department of Investigation, we root out fraud that undermines this mission and rewards bad actors.”
Man found guilty for trying to rape woman in Central Park
A man with a history of sexual abuse was found guilty of trying to rape a woman while she sunbathed in Central Park nearly two years ago.
Homeless attacker convicted of attempting to rape sun bather in Central Park
A Manhattan jury has convicted a man accused of trying to rape a woman while she was sunbathing in Central Park.
NYC man convicted of trying to rape young sunbather in Central Park: DA
A Manhattan man with a lengthy rap sheet was convicted for trying to rape a young sunbather in Central Park two years ago, authorities said.
D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction In Central Park Attempted Rape
“A woman was enjoying a sunny summer day in Central Park before Jermaine Longmire tackled her and attempted to rape her. A jury of his peers convicted Longmire for this brutal and terrifying attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “New Yorkers and tourists alike deserve to enjoy New York’s parks without fearing for their safety. I thank the survivor for courageously recounting the assault and our skilled prosecutors for securing an all-count conviction in this case.”
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