Attorney General James Releases Statement on the Passing of the Honorable Al Vann

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James released the following statement on the passing of former Assemblymember and Council Member, Al Vann:

“After a lifetime of leadership, mentorship, and principle, the honorable Al Vann passed away peacefully last night. While much more will be said about the life and legacy of Al Vann, it is safe to say that Brooklyn and all of New York lost a friend, a leader, and a legend. May he rest in peace and in power.”

Information about a memorial service will be forthcoming.