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Manhattan Jewelers Brawl: Akay Brothers Arrested After Assault
1/3/2026
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Story summary
- On January 3, 2026, a brawl erupted in Manhattan's Diamond District involving jewelers George Akay, Freddy Akay, and TraxNYC owner Maksud Agadjani.
- Maksud Agadjani accused the Akay brothers of defrauding him and his customers.
- Video footage shows Maksud Agadjani confronting the Akay brothers.
- Agadjani was allegedly beaten and taken to Bellevue Hospital.
- The Akay brothers were arrested and charged with assault.
