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April 17, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Unprovoked, Fatal Subway Shoving In East Harlem Click For More

“As alleged, Carlton McPherson tragically took Jason Volz’s life in a vicious and completely unprovoked act of violence,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mr. Volz was a father and native New Yorker, and my heart goes out to his family and loved ones in their ongoing grief. I thank the prosecutors for their hard work in securing this indictment and we will continue to do all we can to hold people accountable who threaten the safety of fellow New Yorkers in our subway system.”

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April 16, 2024 | EV Grieve

D.A. Bragg announces indictment of suspect in 2 March shootings In Tompkins Square Park Click For More

According to the D.A.'s office, the accused, 38-year-old Waldemar Alverio, faces multiple charges, including three counts of An Attempt to Commit the Crime of Murder in the Second Degree and two counts of Assault in the First Degree.

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April 15, 2024 | AMNY

Tompkins Square Park shooting suspect indicted for wounding two people in spree that terrified visitors Click For More

Bragg said that Alverio allegedly shot two people at Tompkins Square Park on March 16. Along with injuring two victims, both incidents “put numerous lives in danger,” rattling parkgoers and sending them running for cover.

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April 15, 2024 | Gothamist

Man indicted in back-to-back Tompkins Square Park shootings, DA says Click For More

A man accused of two separate shootings in Tompkins Square Park last month was indicted on attempted murder and other charges Monday, according to the Manhattan district attorney’s office.

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April 15, 2024

D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Two Shootings In Tompkins Square Park Click For More

“As alleged, Waldemar Alverio shot two people in Tompkins Square Park last month and put numerous lives in danger. Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers and tourists can relax without fearing for their safety,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Combatting gun violence remains my top priority and my Office will hold those who commit these serious acts of violence accountable. I hope the victims continue to heal from their wounds.” 

News | Op-Ed
April 15, 2024

ICYMI: D.A. Bragg Calls For Funding To Address Mental Health Crisis In New York Times Op-Ed Click For More

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., wrote an op-ed in the New York Times over the weekend calling for the state legislature to make additional investments in New York’s mental health infrastructure.


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
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Today we announced a new round of funding for up to 7 Manhattan community-based organizations to work to proactively prevent youth gun violence this summer. “Particularly when it comes to younger New Yorkers, preventing a crime is always better than prosecuting one” – D.A. Bragg.

For the third consecutive summer, we’re awarding $20,000 to organizations to pay young New Yorkers stipends to participate in meaningful programming. https://buff.ly/3vVXQL2
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office1 day ago
In Manhattan, major crime is down in nearly every category over the past two years ⬇️
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office2 days ago
Yesterday, D.A. Bragg attended the 39th Annual Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil with Bronx District Attorney's Office, Brooklyn District Attorney's Office , and New York State Attorney General , gathering with victims’ loved ones, advocates, community leaders and more to honor memories and support survivors.