Press Releases
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatal Stabbing Of Neighbor In Midtown ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Kevin Young brutally stabbed Monte McEvilley, his neighbor, who was completely unarmed,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This alleged conduct senselessly took Mr. McEvilley’s life, and my thoughts are with his loved ones as they continue to grieve their loss. My office will continue to hold those accountable who threaten the safety of fellow Manhattanites.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Fatally Shooting Yazmeen Williams And Concealing Her Body ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Chad Irish cut the life of Yazmeen Williams short in this unspeakable tragedy, compounding the crime by so callously disposing of her body. Ms. Williams had her whole life ahead of her and was looking forward to starting a new chapter with a job at the New York City Housing and Preservation and Development that week,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I send my deepest condolences to her loved ones as they continue to mourn her loss.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Prison Sentence Of Man Who Raped Fellow Shelter Resident During Height Of Pandemic ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As the pandemic reached its height in Spring 2020, this defendant preyed on a fellow COVID-shelter resident in a horrific attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “He turned what should have been a safe haven into a nightmare for an ill woman who had already endured so much. Thank you to the jury for its careful consideration of this case, and most importantly, to the survivor for her courage in taking the stand to testify.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Guilty Plea Of Anthonia Egegbara For Unprovoked Subway Shoving In Times Square ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“Today Anthonia Egegbara was held accountable for pushing a stranger into an oncoming train during morning rush hour in a completely unprovoked attack,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Due to this brutal conduct, the victim suffered serious physical injuries, which were thankfully non-fatal. Our transit system should be a safe environment for all Manhattanites, and we will continue prosecuting those who jeopardize the safety of its commuters, riders and workers.”
D.A. Bragg Announces Sentencing Of Tomas Dunn For Fatally Shooting Mom’s Ex-Partner ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“Tomas Dunn has been held accountable for killing Saladeen Cochrane, a warm and loving person, in a heinous and senseless act of gun violence on a Manhattan sidewalk,” said District Attorney Bragg. “To Mr. Cochrane's loved ones, he represented a beloved family man, including a caring husband and father, and my thoughts remain with his heartbroken family as they continue to mourn their devastating loss. I hope the sentence imposed today can bring them a sense of peace and justice."
D.A. Bragg, NYPD Commissioner Caban Announce Indictment Of Man For Stealing Diamond Rings From Tiffany & Co. And Cartier ![Click For More](https://cdn.statically.io/img/manhattanda.org/wp-content/themes/dany/img/long-4.svg)
“As alleged, Yaorong Wan stole diamond rings worth approximately $260,000 from two businesses earlier this year. Manhattan is the retail capital of the country, and we need our business community to thrive,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Our Office will continue to hold those accountable who put Manhattan’s businesses at risk. I thank the NYPD for their continuous partnership.”
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ICYMI: Learn more about Anthonia Egegbara’s guilty plea for shoving a 42-year-old woman into an oncoming train at a subway platform in Times Square in @nypost:
Last night, our 30 high school interns participated in our annual Mock Trial putting into practice skills they’ve been learning over the course of their internship!
4“Anthonia Egegbara was held accountable for pushing a stranger into an oncoming train during morning rush hour in a completely unprovoked attack.” – D.A. Bragg. Learn more about her guilty plea in @amNewYork:
Watch here as D.A. Bragg talks with the President of the 28th Precinct Community Council about the importance of fostering community relationships with law enforcement during National Night Out Against Crime!
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