Alvin Bragg is the 37th District Attorney elected in Manhattan. Alvin – a lifelong Manhattanite who served as a state and federal prosecutor – has spent more than two decades fighting to make our communities safer and our criminal justice system fairer.
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D.A. Bragg annouces indictment of suspect in random slashing on Astor Place
Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg yesterday announced the indictment of Steven Johnson, 35, in the random slashing of a man on Astor Place on June 6. Bragg said that Johnson is also accused of assaulting a restaurant employee with a tire chain on St Mark's Place the day before.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Severe Abuse Of 14-Week-Old Puppy
“As alleged, Joseph Kauffmann abused his dog by throwing him off the bed and scalding him with hot water for a prolonged period of time,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Pets are expected to be cared for by their owners, and this horrific alleged behavior will not be tolerated.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Woman For Unprovoked Fatal Stabbing In Midtown
“As alleged, Samaria Lopez brutally stabbed and took the life of Jordin Walston – a doting and beloved young mother,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct has devastated Ms. Walston’s family and loved ones and my thoughts remain with them in their ongoing grief.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Youth Flag Football Coach For Paying Children To Send Nude Photos, Videos On Snapchat
“Benvontay Fogler used his positions at schools and camps to abuse numerous children over the course of more than four years,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the many survivors who came forward, as well as our prosecutors and counselors who never stopped working to support them. Our Special Victims Division is here to help; please call us at 212-335-3400.”
D.A. Bragg: Man Indicted For Attacking East Village Restaurant Worker, Slashing Pedestrian At Astor Place Plaza
“As alleged, Steven Johnson attacked a restaurant employee just one day before slashing a pedestrian who was sitting in a plaza,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My thoughts are with the victims as they heal from their extensive injuries. Those who harm and threaten the safety of New Yorkers will be held accountable.”
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Today we announced the indictment of Steven Johnson for allegedly assaulting a restaurant worker in the East Village and slashing a man at the Astor Place Plaza last month. Learn more here:
A safe, vibrant Midtown Manhattan is essential to the economic well-being of our city. Learn more about the launch of our new Midtown Community Improvement Coalition with @NYCMayor in this @NYDailyNews editorial:
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"Our parks should be a place where New Yorkers can relax without fearing for their safety, and this alleged conduct will not be tolerated.” - D.A. Bragg. Learn more about the indictment of a man for allegedly attempting to rape a woman in Central Park:
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