September 2026 Vol 2
Standing Up for Victims of ‘Deepfakes’ We announced our Office’s seizure of 12 domain names of illegal websites that unlawfully published and sold pornographic celebrity “deepfake” videos. “1,200 individuals had their faces and bodies stolen and turned into illegal pornography on 12 different websites – without their knowledge or consent – and today, my Office is announcing that we have seized these websites pursuant to a court order. These horrific violations of privacy follow victims into their careers and personal lives and take an immense toll on emotional and mental wellbeing,” said D.A. Bragg.
D.A. Bragg also met with Professor Amanda Tepski at the Georgetown Center for Security and Emerging Technology to discuss AI-generated 'deepfakes' following our Office’s seizure of 12 domain names.
Combatting Hate Crimes We announced the hate crime indictment of Raul Morales for allegedly stabbing two men in an antisemitic attack on the Upper West Side. “Since the initial arrest, my Office has continued to thoroughly investigate this matter and uncovered additional evidence alleging the defendant specifically harbors antisemitic views. This case is a prime example of how hate crimes make all of us less safe,” said D.A. Bragg.
Theodore Tucker was indicted for allegedly shooting a 23-year-old man in an anti-gay attack in front of a Harlem deli. “Theodore Tucker allegedly escalated hateful words into senseless gun violence, targeting an innocent stranger because of his sexual orientation,” said D.A. Bragg.
Larry Montes was indicted for allegedly attacking two people and damaging property while disrupting Shabbat services at Central Synagogue. “An attack on a house of worship threatens an entire community’s sense of safety and the sanctity of these community pillars must be protected. I commend the Jewish community for its resilience amid heightened antisemitism, and I wish the victims a full recovery,” said D.A. Bragg.
Prosecuting Sexual Violence We announced the indictment of Remington Yhap for allegedly raping a teenage patient during a therapy session after engaging in a several-months-long course of sexual misconduct. “Therapists are tasked with helping navigate difficult emotions and experiences, which can leave a patient – particularly a child – extremely vulnerable. As alleged, Remington Yhap exploited the trust placed in him as a therapist to groom and ultimately rape a teenager,” said D.A. Bragg.
Curtis Brown was sentenced to an aggregate term of 24 1/3 to 29 years in prison for running a sex trafficking operation. “Curtis Brown used extreme violence to manipulate, control, and coerce women to conduct prostitution. Today marks the end of a harrowing ordeal for these survivors. I thank them for their bravery and their commitment to pursuing justice,” said D.A. Bragg.
We announced new charges in the case against Deanna Dicastro and Gilliam Cordero for multiple conspiracies including sex trafficking two children and a woman. “Deanna DiCastro allegedly funneled firearms to her partner, Gilliam Cordero, to use in a violent trafficking operation that even included forcing a survivor to transport narcotics into state prison,” said D.A. Bragg.
Securing Justice for Murder Victims We announced the guilty plea of Tabitha Bundrick for using fentanyl-laced drugs to rob four men, killing three of them. “The defendant showed a shocking indifference to the lives of her victims and is now facing significant consequences for her conduct,” said D.A. Bragg.
Honoring Those We Lost on 9/11 As we approached the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, D.A. Bragg joined the Borough of Manhattan Community College's commemoration to honor their work supporting first responders and the downtown community in the aftermath of the attacks.
Honoring Those We Lost on 9/11 As we approached the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, D.A. Bragg joined the Borough of Manhattan Community College's commemoration to honor their work supporting first responders and the downtown community in the aftermath of the attacks.
D.A. Bragg also joined the NYS Unified Court System’s annual 9/11 memorial event to honor the many court officers and first responders who ran toward danger that day, including Captain William Harry Thompson, Sergeant Thomas Jurgens, and Sergeant Mitchel Wallace, who lost their lives.
Zeroing in on Gun Violence Jonathan Morales pleaded guilty for fatally shooting 18-year-old Eliahs Brazoban on the Lower East Side. “It is particularly heartbreaking when our young people are victims of gun violence. Mr. Brazoban was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose bright future was tragically cut short,” said D.A. Bragg.
We announced the sentencing of Zykil Adamson to 17 years in state prison for shooting a 26-year-old man in the head at a recording studio. “My thoughts are with the victim who will be paralyzed for the rest of his life due to this near-fatal shooting. Combatting gun violence is our top priority, and those who use guns to endanger the lives of others will be held accountable,” said D.A. Bragg.
Seeking Accountability for Violent Crime Francisco Garcia was indicted for allegedly shoving a 72-year-old man onto the subway tracks at the Rockefeller Center subway station. “Attacks on straphangers have no place in our bustling transit system, and we will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to keep the subways safe,” said D.A. Bragg.
We announced the indictment of a man for allegedly stabbing a 19-year-old man and swinging a knife at the man’s 19-year-old friend in an unprovoked attack on tourists at a McDonald’s in Midtown. “New York City welcomes visitors from around the world, and those visitors deserve to feel safe while enjoying our city,” said D.A. Bragg.
Protecting Workers and Prosecuting Fraud, Richard Marini, the Training Director for Valor Security pleaded guilty for operating a sham safety training school, and recklessly endangering the life of Ivan Frias, who died after falling from the 15th floor of a construction site. “Workers trusted Richard Marini to train them on how to work safely at construction sites, and that trust was broken. Unsafe work conditions will not be tolerated in New York,” said D.A. Bragg.
Welcoming our New Assistant District Attorneys D.A. Bragg swore in our newest class of Assistant District Attorneys! We are extremely grateful for their commitment to the work of our Office and look forward to seeing how they thrive in their careers.
Connecting With New Yorkers D.A. Bragg joined “Reaching Out with Gregory Floyd” for a wide-ranging conversation on the work of our Hate Crimes Unit, investments in mental health and worker protection.
It was great to see young New Yorkers attending our 3rd annual Youth on the Plaza event connect with their community and gather resources to prepare for the school year. Watch here for more!
Members of our office tabled Newscope Media’s Imagine Harlem event to offer resources and connect with our communities.
Engaging With Future Prosecutors This week, D.A. Bragg joined Georgetown Law's Office of Public Interest and Community Service for a fireside chat and met one-on-one with students interested in pursuing careers in public service!
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