Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Joseph Morros For Fatal Shooting Of Tykeem Berry Outside Inwood Bodega 
“Joseph Morros was sentenced to significant prison time for murdering Tykeem Berry - a young father who was out with his child - with gunfire that endangered the lives of customers and bystanders alike,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mr. Berry's life should never have been taken in such a cruel and abrupt way, leaving his family mourning their devastating and irreversible loss. We remain committed to driving down gun violence so no family has to endure the pain Mr. Berry’s loved ones have experienced.”
D.A. Bragg: Founder, Clinical Director Of “Liberation Psychotherapy” Indicted For Sexually Assaulting Patients
“Liberation Psychotherapy’s clinical director, Joseph LoGiudice, allegedly sexually assaulted two patients in his care at the very practice he founded,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While expressly described as an LGBTQ-centered practice, we allege that LoGiudice abused the trust placed in him as a therapist to sexually assault members of the LGBTQ community he serves. This investigation is ongoing. If you have been subjected to abuse, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.”
D.A. Bragg & DOI Commissioner Shihata Announce Indictment In QR Code Parking Fraud Scheme
“New Yorkers should not have to worry that paying to park their car could end in identity theft,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This defendant allegedly went to extreme lengths in his attempts to steal personal information from New Yorkers, and I want to remind everyone that the city does not ask you to scan a QR code when parking. The unfortunate reality of modern technology is that routine tasks like parking a vehicle have become opportunities for scammers, and everyone must take extra precautions when entering their personal information online. We are here to help – anyone who believes they have been the victim of a scam or wants to report suspicious online activity should call us at 212-335-8900.”
D.A. Bragg: Trio Sentenced For Fatal Stabbing Of Jervey Barfield In Upper Manhattan
“The defendants let a personal dispute spiral into deadly violence when they brutally attacked Jervey Barfield,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Mr. Barfield was unarmed when the defendants repeatedly stabbed and beat him, leaving him helpless on a Manhattan sidewalk. These sentences hold all three defendants accountable for their actions, and I hope they provide a sense of justice for Mr. Barfield’s family and loved ones, who continue to endure the unimaginable pain of their loss.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence In Unprovoked Knife Attacks, Murder Of Columbia Grad Student
“Vincent Pinkney brutally attacked three unsuspecting strangers in within 30 minutes,” said District Attorney Bragg. “During this attack, he murdered Davide Giri, a brilliant and talented young man with so much life ahead of him. Mr. Giri’s death sent shock waves throughout an entire community and devastated his family, classmates, teachers, teammates and friends. My thoughts remain with Mr. Giri’s family and the surviving victims, who were left with ongoing trauma. I hope this accountability brings closure while allowing the community to honor Mr. Giri’s life and legacy.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea In $438K Theft Of Diamonds, Precious Gems And Jewelry
“Arsen Canaj went to great lengths to take advantage of business owners by stealing approximately $438,000 worth of diamonds, precious gems, and jewelry with forged checks. He now faces time in state prison for his conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Those who defraud New York’s businesses will be held accountable. We will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to help Manhattan’s businesses thrive.”
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