When scammers halfway around the world target Brooklyn residents, they should know they are not beyond our reach.

Capping a 10-month stretch that has been one of the safest periods in the city’s modern history, crime across the borough continues to decline.

Happy Diwali, Brooklyn!

DECLINE IN CRIME: The NYPD says #Brooklyn has seen fewer murders overall, while the #Bronx has led the decline in major crimes, with a decrease of more than 11% this year. - bit.ly/4iCAFcQ

I am wishing all who are celebrating a Happy Diwali! 

Diwali reminds us of the triumph of light over darkness and that unity will always outshine division.

This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the Lenape people, the original stewards of the land we now call New York City and celebrate the nearly 200,000 New Yorkers of Native American descent who enrich our city every day.

Interested in interning with our office? Applications for our winter/spring program open this week!

Stay tuned.

I joined @NYCCouncil @CMSandyNurse at Highland Park last weekend for a spooky evening along a haunted reservoir trail with dozens of boooo-tiful families. 👻

Kapow! 💥Jewelry scams can happen in everyday situations, and older New Yorkers may be targeted without realizing it. Recognize the warning signs and stay safe. In danger? Call 911. Need a hero? 💪🏽Call Aging Connect at 212-AGING-NYC (212-244-6469) #NYCAging #ScamAlert

#ICYMI: Last month, we announced that, in one of the largest cyber-operation disruptions undertaken by a local prosecutor’s office, our Virtual Currency Unit successfully dismantled a multinational cryptocurrency fraud operation, seizing 112 servers and disabling 241 web domains.

What a spook-tacular turnout at today's Trunk or Treat! 🎃👻

Thank you to all who came out and joined us for a day of fun, smiles, and community spirit! We also want to recognize all officers, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this event possible.

Today is Election Day, Brooklyn.

Locate your polling station at vote.nyc; polls will remain open until 9 PM.

Patients place enormous trust in the healthcare professionals who treat them, and they deserve to know those professionals are properly trained and licensed. We will aggressively pursue those who use fraud to gain positions of responsibility in our healthcare system.

Last month, our Conviction Review Unit welcomed Russell Makofsky and Tony Ballard of @thegiftofchess to lead a discussion on the power of chess as a rehabilitative tool, exploring how bringing the game to inmates in correctional facilities can promote personal growth.

INDICTMENT: Woman Indicted for Allegedly Using Fake Credentials To Obtain Physical Therapy Job at Brooklyn Hospital brooklynda.org/2026/11/02/wom…

Make this #Halloween not only spooky, but safe, by discussing with your children these important tips before they go trick-or-treating:

Whether you’re trick-or-treating, or celebrating spooky season in costume with friends, we encourage you to stay safe this Halloween, Brooklyn! 👻

As we end October, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting survivors of domestic violence.

You are not alone. We stand with you.

In the October issue of Justice News, DA Gonzalez celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, disrupts a major international crypto scam network, restarts Begin Again, which helps New Yorkers clear minor outstanding warrants—and more! mailchi.mp/brooklynda/jus…

Make sure your Halloween is safe and spooky by following our guidelines this season.

Each year, I am humbled by those who choose to dedicate their careers to public service with my office.

#ICYMI: It was my privilege to welcome our new class of ADAs this month, whose commitment to justice and the people of Brooklyn will help carry our mission forward.