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D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Throwing Girlfriend Into Oncoming Train In Lower Manhattan
“As alleged, Christian Valdez callously threw his girlfriend into an oncoming train,” said District Attorney Bragg. “His alleged vicious actions caused serious and permanent injuries, including the amputation of both of the victim’s legs. We take all acts of violence against riders very seriously, and my thoughts are with the victim as she navigates this terrible and horrifying incident.”
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“Just look at the results we’re getting, the collaboration, you know, 38% decline in shootings during my two-year tender, 21% decline in homicides, the fact that Manhattan is, you know, down in all the index crimes,” Bragg said.
Woman who struck cellist with bottle in Manhattan subway station indicted
Amira Hunter, the woman who slammed a metal water bottle into the head of a subway cellist in a Manhattan subway station earlier this year, was indicted on Wednesday, prosecutors said.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatally Stabbing Longtime Friend In East Harlem
“As alleged, Anthony Jordan viciously stabbed his longtime friend after showing up unannounced and with a weapon,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Although the investigation remains ongoing as to why Mr. Smith’s life was tragically taken, we will work diligently and tirelessly to ensure accountability in this case. My thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim as they continue grieving such an insurmountable loss.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Amira Hunter For Striking Subway Musician With Metal Water Bottle
“Subway musicians bring joy to New York’s bustling subway system, and they deserve to perform in a safe environment. As alleged, Amira Hunter’s random and violent action left a subway musician in immense pain,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Anyone who threatens the safety of New Yorkers using our public transportation will be held accountable. I hope the victim continues to heal from this assault.”
Alleged NYC subway cellist attacker pleads guilty – then changes her mind in bizarre court scene
“Subway musicians bring joy to New York’s bustling subway system, and they deserve to perform in a safe environment. As alleged, Amira Hunter’s random and violent action left a subway musician in immense pain,” Bragg said.
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ICYMI: Roberto Sessoms was sentenced to 2-to-4 years in prison for assaulting five NYPD officers after being arrested during a gathering in Union Square. Learn more in @amNewYork:
“Kensly Alston and Halley Tejada allegedly murdered Nadia Vitels in her own apartment while she was moving in to start a new chapter of her life.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about yesterday’s indictment here:
Acquaintance rape is perhaps the least commonly understood form of sexual assault, but by far the most common element in the cases we see each & every day. Today we announced the indictment of a man for allegedly raping an acquaintance while she slept.
New: Today we announced the indictment of Kensly Alston and Halley Tejada for allegedly murdering Nadia Vitels in her Kips Bay apartment last month. More here:
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