Brooklyn District Attorney's Office

09/11/2026

This week, Chief David Weiss joined law enforcement partners at the United Nations to discuss how our Human Trafficking Unit works to support survivors, hold traffickers accountable, and build confidence in the systems meant to effect change.

09/11/2026

This evening marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and the start of the High Holidays.

I extend my warmest wishes to all who are celebrating. May this new year bring health, happiness, peace and prosperity, and may it be filled with meaning.

Shana Tova!

09/11/2026

U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman secured $354,000 in federal funding to help Brooklyn’s District Attorney’s Office expand its support for victims of violent crime and their families in the immediate aftermath of homicides and serious assaults.

09/11/2026

It was my deepest privilege to join New Yorkers this morning in honoring victims, survivors, and first responders on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

09/11/2026

Today marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

We honor the lives lost, and remember the extraordinary bravery of first responders who ran toward danger, and the strength and compassion of New Yorkers who came together in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

We will never forget.

09/11/2026

Buying and selling through platforms like Facebook Marketplace has become common, especially among young people.

If you’re making an in-person transaction, meet in a busy, public place, bring someone with you, and let others know where you’ll be.

09/11/2026

Hakeem Smith was sentenced to life without parole for killing Georgia sneaker seller Douglas Young in a $25,000 Red Hook deal.

09/11/2026

SENTENCING: Brooklyn Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Shooting Death Of Business Acquaintance During High-End Sneaker Transaction

09/10/2026

INDICTMENT: Brooklyn Man Indicted for Alleged S*x Trafficking of Teenager

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Brooklyn Man Indicted for Alleged S*x Trafficking of Teenager Digital Investigation Uncovered Online Ads Promoting Prostitution of 16-Year-Old Girl Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez today announced that two defendants have been indicted for the...

09/10/2026