Jury Selection to Begin for Staten Island Robbery Case
Phillip Bradley faces trial for an August 2024 armed robbery of a teenager in New Brighton.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Property Crime
Jury selection is scheduled to begin October 28, 2026, for 32-year-old Phillip Bradley. Bradley faces charges stemming from an alleged armed robbery of a 14-year-old in New Brighton on August 11, 2024.
Why it matters
The trial addresses serious allegations of armed robbery involving a minor and the illegal possession of a firearm. The outcome will determine legal accountability for the 2024 incident and Bradley’s potential future sentencing.
Phillip Bradley faces charges of robbery, criminal possession of a weapon, grand larceny, and endangering the welfare of a child. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The players
Phillip Bradley
The 32-year-old defendant resides in West Brighton and is currently facing trial for robbery and weapon possession.
The details
Authorities allege that Bradley displayed the handle of a .22-caliber firearm while forcing a 14-year-old to hand over a smartphone and AirPods. The defendant, who was previously sentenced to nine years in prison for a 2014 shooting, was apprehended with the weapon on the same day as the alleged robbery.
Timeline
The defendant was previously sentenced to nine years in prison during 2014.
The alleged armed robbery occurred on August 11, 2024.
Jury selection is scheduled to begin October 28, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern set by the 2014 conviction for first-degree assault, as the defendant faces renewed criminal proceedings for a firearm-related offense. The legal system must now weigh the defendant's prior criminal history alongside the new allegations brought before the court.
The commencement of this trial may result in increased security presence or temporary logistical adjustments around the Staten Island courthouse. Residents are advised to monitor official court schedules for any potential impacts on local traffic or access to public facilities.
The takeaway
The upcoming trial highlights the ongoing judicial process regarding serious allegations involving local youth. Residents can stay informed by following official court announcements regarding the status of the proceedings.
Further reading
For more information on local legal proceedings, visit the Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Silive.
