Attacking police officers is unequivocally intolerable and unacceptable. Today we announced the sentencing of Roberto Sessoms for biting, kicking and spitting on five NYPD officers after being arrested. More here: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…

New: Today we announced the indictment of Carlton McPherson for allegedly fatally pushing 54-year-old Jason Volz onto the tracks of an oncoming train at the 125th Street subway station in East Harlem. More here: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…

In Manhattan, major crime is down so far this year in nearly every category, leading the citywide overall decline ⬇️

'Combatting gun violence remains my top priority, and my Office will hold those who commit these serious acts of violence accountable.” - D.A. Bragg. Learn more about yesterday’s indictment of a man for two shootings in Tompkins Square Park in evgrieve: evgrieve.com/2024/04/da-bra…

Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers and tourists can relax without fearing for their safety. Today we announced the indictment of Waldemar Alverio for allegedly committing two shootings in Tomkins Sq. Park and seriously injuring two people. More: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…

ICYMI: In a The New York Times op-ed, D.A. Bragg called on the legislature to improve public safety by investing in NYC's mental health system: “We must meet the needs of people in crisis with treatment and support. In order to do so, we need more funding.” More: nytimes.com/2024/04/13/opi…

This morning, D.A. Bragg volunteered with the Met Council as he helped pack food boxes that will be distributed to people in need across the city.

This afternoon we were excited to join Councilmember Christopher Marte’s State of the District! Councilmember Chris Marte cares deeply about public safety and Lower Manhattan is fortunate to be represented by this dedicated public servant!

As Tax Day approaches, it is crucial for New Yorkers to stay vigilant by remembering these tips to protect yourself and your loved ones from scammers posing as the IRS.

Passing the Hate Crimes Modernization Act signals that hatred won’t be tolerated in New York. Thank you to bill sponsors Brad Hoylman & Assemblymember Grace Lee 李榮恩 on their tireless advocacy for this bill and to Governor Kathy Hochul for adopting our legislative proposal! 
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We’re urging State lawmakers to fund prevention-oriented investments that are critical to addressing our City’s mental health emergency as part of this year’s budget. Read more in D.A. Bragg’s op-ed in The New York Times: nytimes.com/2024/04/13/opi…

A man was indicted for allegedly shoving his girlfriend into an oncoming train. “We take all acts of violence against riders very seriously, & my thoughts are with the victim as she navigates this terrible and horrifying incident.” - D.A. Bragg. More here: amny.com/new-york/manha…

“As alleged, Vertell Dunham pushed past a young woman after trailing her to her building under the guise of needing medical care, before strangling her & attempting to sexually assault her.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about this indictment in @thevillagesun: thevillagesun.com/man-indicted-f…

Women deserve to walk home without fearing that they are being followed or that they will be sexually assaulted. We announced the indictment of a man for allegedly following a 20-year-old woman into her apartment and attempting to sexually assaulting her. manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-man-…

Today we announced the indictment of Christian Valdez for throwing his 29-year-old girlfriend in front of an oncoming train at the Fulton Street station last month. Learn more: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…

D.A. Bragg sat down with Mack Rosenberg on @1010wins to discuss our collaboration with NYPD NEWS and community partners to help drive down crime and improve public safety. Listen here: audacy.com/1010wins/news/…

“Subway musicians bring joy to New York’s bustling subway system, and they deserve to perform in a safe environment.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about a women’s indictment for attacking a subway cellist in New York Post: nypost.com/2024/04/10/us-…

Our Counterterrorism Unit secured a landmark crypto financing conviction this year with our partners at NYPDCounterterrorism and an expert from Chainalysis. We were honored to share the work behind the guilty verdict and the lessons we learned along the way at #Links24 !

Today we announced the indictment of Anthony Jordan for fatally stabbing 47-year-old Michael Smith, his longtime friend, in East Harlem. More here: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…

Today we announced the indictment of Amira Hunter for striking a subway cellist in the head with a metal water bottle in the Herald Square subway station. More here: manhattanda.org/d-a-bragg-anno…