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March 9, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces All-Count Trial Conviction Of Camby Wilson For Fatal Shooting At East Harlem Liquor Store Click For More

“Camby Wilson callously fired numerous shots at Shaquell Gainey – a Harlemite simply going about his day – with the intent to kill,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This vicious and senseless act of violence tragically took Mr. Gainey’s young life and has caused immeasurable pain for his family. I am deeply grateful to the jurors for their thoughtful deliberation, and to our prosecutors for their relentless pursuit of justice that has held this defendant accountable.”

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March 6, 2026

D.A. Bragg, Acting DOI Commissioner Ryan Announce Guilty Pleas Of Real Estate Developers Who Defrauded New York’s 421-A Program Click For More

“Access to affordable housing in Manhattan is scarce. These defendants scammed the system to illegally increase the prices of affordable apartments that were meant for income-qualified tenants,” said District Attorney Bragg. “These individuals are now facing accountability for their corrupt acts as developers, including paying restitution and creating new affordable units. We will continue to zero in on bad actors who scam New Yorkers looking for accessible housing or defraud the systems meant to help them.” 

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March 5, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Upgraded Charges In Kips Bay Murder Of Delivery Man Santiago Ajsac Sirin Click For More

“Santiago Ajsac Sirin was a hardworking delivery man in Manhattan before these defendants cut his life short by brutally attacking him,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My heart goes out to Mr. Ajsac’s loved ones who are mourning his loss.”

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March 4, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Aljo Mrkulic For Brutal Murder Of Intimate Partner, Arson And Assaults On Police Officers Click For More

“Alijo Mrkulic brutally murdered Christoper Rodriguez, who kindly opened his home to him during a time of need during a vulnerable moment for our city,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mrkulic repaid that generosity with a depraved act of violence, devastating Mr. Rodriguez’s family and loved ones. In the aftermath of the murder, Mrkulic escalated violence by igniting a fire that endangered countless residents and viciously attacking police officers, who continue to suffer from their significant injuries. My thoughts remain with Mr. Rodriguez’s family and the brave NYPD officers, and I hope they feel justice knowing the defendant has been held accountable.”

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February 27, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing For Domestic Violence Murder Near Union Square Click For More

“Imani Armstrong was leaving her job one morning, not knowing that her life would be cut short by an ex-partner with a gun. Clarkson Wilson is facing significant prison time for his calculated, callous, and deadly conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While this sentencing will not bring Ms. Armstrong back, I hope that it can serve as a measure of closure for her loved ones who continue to mourn her loss.”

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February 27, 2026

D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence In Child Sex Trafficking Case Click For More

“Sex trafficking evolves with technology, and traffickers increasingly rely on social media and anonymous messaging applications,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Matthew Halstead trafficked this child with the help of those tools, and further used them to share images of the child’s assault and attempt to recruit more children. I thank the young survivor for his bravery in participating in the criminal process, including speaking at today’s sentencing, which will help protect other vulnerable young people.”


Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office3 days ago
“Santiago Ajsac Sirin was a hardworking delivery man in Manhattan before these defendants cut his life short by brutally attacking him.” – D.A. Bragg. Watch on @news12 to learn more about this indictment.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office4 days ago
“Aljo Mrkulic brutally murdered Christoper Rodriguez, who kindly opened his home to him during a time of need during a vulnerable moment for our city.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this sentencing to 39 years-to-life in prison: https://www.nydailynews.com/2026/03/04/queens-man-gets-39-years-killing-lover-fatal-manhattan-arson-attack/
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
Manhattan District Attorney's Office5 days ago
Watch here as Courtney Razner, Deputy Chief of our Human Trafficking Unit, and Melissa Martinez, our Human Trafficking Clinical Director, discuss the realities of human trafficking in NYC and how our office supports survivors.
Manhattan District Attorney's Office