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In 2022, our Economic Crimes Bureau prosecuted individuals & corporations who stole $3.1 million+ from unsuspecting victims including cases of wage theft/labor fraud, investment schemes, tax fraud, scams targeting seniors & immigrants, employee embezzlement & identity theft.
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ICYMI: sat down with DA Rocah to discuss notable highlights of 2022 for yesterday's Power & Politics hour. Watch the full show: bronx.news12.com/power-politics
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Join us, + TUESDAY, JAN31 for a virtual panel on protecting kids from online predators. Registration required: bit.ly/htsafety The live panel will also be offered in Spanish. #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #cybersafety
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COLD CASE SOLVED: A Florida man pleaded guilty to murdering Yonkers resident Angel Serbay in 2005. He faces 20 years to life in prison. DA Rocah: "Now after 18 years, Angel Serbay’s family has the closure they deserve.”
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Since taking office, DA Rocah installed a Senior ADA & crimes analyst to focus on hate crimes prosecutions. Our Hate Crimes Unit dedicates year-round legal training for law enforcement &“upstander” presentations in schools & the community to foster prevention and tolerance.
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2022 highlights on gun-related prosecutions: 469 guns removed(includes 92 ghost guns); Takedown of gun traffickers, dismantling of weapons pipeline from out of state; Supported law enforcement in filing a record # of ERPOs. #KeepingWestchesterSafe remains DA Rocah’s top priority.
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DA Rocah reflects on many notable highlights from 2022 in her letter to the community. From removing guns from our streets & prosecuting violent offenders to greater support for victims & investments in rehabilitation to reduce recidivism, read here: bitl.ly/daletter22
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Honor to spend MLK Day @ African American Men of Westchester's 22nd Annual Dr. King Legacy Awards. Congrats to White Plains Youth Bureau students who were among high school recipients recognized for their service to community in honor of Dr. King's legacy. #MLKDay #westchester
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Honoring the legacy of Dr. King on this MLK Day 🕊⚖️
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The collaborative result of the #YonkersPD and working together to remove violent criminals from our communities.
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From major funding for gun violence reduction and additional prosecutors to record investments in alternatives to incarceration and re-entry programs, we applaud 's 2023 public safety initiatives.
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My number one priority is keeping New Yorkers safe.
While our historic investments in combating violent crime are beginning to work — we have more to do.
That’s why we are doubling down on proven strategies to prevent crime & save lives.
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Many thanks to the hosts of today's Active Shooter Symposium at SUNY Purchase where DA Rocah joined esteemed panelists from county government, front-line responders, law enforcement and our school communities invested in keeping Westchester safe.
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This month, we also honor the brave survivors and the work of our advocacy partners in Westchester County in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
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On this #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay, our Special Prosecutions Division is proud to wear blue in support of the national campaign to raise awareness on human trafficking.
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Every day is law enforcement appreciation day but on this #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay we want to give a special thanks to all our partners and colleagues, who we're lucky to have as partners, for their dedication, bravery and service in keeping Westchester safe.
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“This defendant killed a puppy for no reason and will now face consequences behind bars. This kind of depraved conduct toward animals will not be tolerated in WC. My Office will continue to direct resources to prosecute animal abuse & mistreatment & hold offenders accountable.”
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A Mount Vernon resident, who pleaded guilty in November to throwing his friend’s 12- week-old Pitbull puppy to its death on a Yonkers roadway in May 2022, was sentenced Thursday to 14 months in Westchester County Jail. DA Rocah said:
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We mourn with our colleagues at the Yorktown Police Department on the sudden loss of Lt. Ken Sgroi. Our hearts go out to the family, friends and entire Yorktown community during this difficult time.
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Thx to our law enforcement partners for their valuable assistance in this year-long investigation #GreenburghPD #PelhammanorPD #northcastlePD #bergencountyprosecutorsoffice
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“This case sends a clear message that Westchester County is cracking down on catalytic converter thefts, a nationwide scourge plaguing car owners with thousands of dollars in replacement costs and damages." -DA Rocah
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Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah and Dobbs Ferry Police Chief Manuel R. Guevara announced that a Dobbs Ferry man was arraigned on an indictment charging him with assaulting two 15-year-olds in September 2022.
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A jury last week found Terrence Gonzalez, 30, guilty of murder for the 2020 shooting death of 23-year-old Lateef Butler outside the Yonkers apartment bldg where they both lived. The defendant was arrested in the Saw Mill River after leading police on a foot chase.
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From all of us at the Westchester County District Attorney's Office, happy and safe holidays!!!🎅🤶⛄❄
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Thanks to WWBA President, our very own ADA Elizabeth Marcus(2nd from right), with WWBA members from our Office, for organizing the multiple loads of generously-donated coats and hats for those in need this winter.
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In the giving spirit of the holidays, we're proud to support the Westchester Women's Bar Association & Westchester County Bar Association Labor and Employment Committee for their 2nd annual coat drive aiding local charities Lifting Up Westchester & Grasslands Homeless Shelter
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Thanks to for inviting the Westchester County District Attorney's Office to present on being an upstander, and to the students who participated at Mildred E. Strang Middle School for your attention, engagement & questions. #westchesterda #stopthehate
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Earlier this month, MESMS was pleased to welcome members of the @WestchesterDA's Office, who spoke to the students about what it means to be an “upstander” rather than a bystander. The presenters spoke about the role of the DA's Office, defined a hate crime, and more.
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At we remain committed to promoting awareness of lifesaving measures like safe firearm storage practices, use of Red Flag laws to keep guns away from children & people in crisis, and we'll continue advocating for common sense gun legislation.
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In remembrance of the lives we lost on this day ten years ago at Sandy Hook Elementary, we pledge our support to the mission of combatting gun violence, preventing mass shootings and keeping our children and communities safe.#protectourkids #EndGunViolence
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December 14 marks 10 years since the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. Join us in remembering the lives taken from us on that fateful day. Recommit to the Promise to #ProtectOurKids and #EndGunViolence. Text PROMISE to 79775.
#NeverForget #HonorWithAction #SandyHookPromise
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Congratulations to the new class of Westchester County Police Academy's Basic Recruit School where graduates heard from DA Rocah during Friday's commencement at Purchase College, SUNY.
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PO Alcantara was chosen by Class 154 to make the Graduate Address on their behalf at the Police Academy graduation today. Then she was presented with the Best All-Around Recruit award by the Academy staff.
Tops with her peers, tops with her trainers. Congrats, PO Alcantrara!
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We are grateful to the leadership and service of Exec ADA Kirton & ADA Hawkes, and proud to support the mission of NBPA, the only professional membership org dedicated to the advancement of black prosecutors, like our own Ayanna Walthall Murphy (left) of our Yorktown branch.
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After serving 5 yrs as Westchester rep for the National Black Prosecutors Association-NY Chapter, our Executive ADA Lila Kirton (center) passed on the torch this week to ADA Davida Hawkes (right), who was sworn in at the 2022-2023 Executive Board Induction Ceremony (1/2)
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On Monday, our young men heard from the and about "The Power of Words" and safe practices on social media. It was an informative lesson on the intersection of free speech and bullying/hate crimes and illegal vs. inadvisable social media activity.
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Thanks to Mount Vernon City School District for inviting our Mount Vernon Bureau Chief Christine Cervasio to speak with 7th and 8th graders at Pennington School about what it's like to be a prosecutor for Career Day!
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Sending our deepest condolences to family, friends & colleagues of Yonkers police Sgt. tragically killed in a multi-vehicle accident last night while on duty. We join the & the entire Yonkers community in mourning and honor Sgt.'s 24-year service to the force.
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See attached statement regarding fatal Tuckahoe Road motor vehicle accident
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Our hearts go out to Officer Jones’ family and friends, his colleagues and the Peekskill community. We honor Officer Jones’ life and the immeasurable impact he had in service to our youth and the community. (2/2)
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The Westchester County District Attorney’s Office mourns the passing of Peekskill Police Officer Greg Jones, a beloved colleague to some of our ADAs, investigators and staff who will always remember him for his positivity, generosity and kindness. (1/2)
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It is with great sadness and very heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our brother, Police Officer Gregory Jones, Sheild #15.
Loved by all, P.O. Jones will forever be remembered for his infectious, trademark smile and passion for helping others.
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