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“Video Showing Student Killed By NYPD Cruiser Remains Sealed,” Christopher Robbins for Gothamist
Gothamist covers Vaccaro & White's efforts to make public the facts concerning the death of Ryo Oyamda, a Japanese student struck and killed by two NYPD officers in a police cruiser.
New York Post: NYC refuses to release seized bikes in Sandy-damaged building
The New York Post covers efforts to force NYPD to release the bicycle of Mathieu Lefevre, for use...
Streetsblog: NYPD Denies Access to Crash Victims’ Bikes
Steve Vaccaro's "Street Justice" column details NYPD's refusal to return bike for use as evidence.
$1.1 Million Settlement Obtained Against NYPD in Wrongful Death Civil Rights Case
Shereese Francis was killed by police who used excessive force and a fatal restraint technique, suffocating her. Summoned...
Village Voice: It’s Too Easy to Kill Pedestrians in New York City
The Village Voice interviewed Steve Vaccaro about the recent spate of Upper West Side pedestrian deaths and what NYPD can do to prevent them.
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#BikeNYC Community History–A Panel Discussion
At a panel discussion of the history of cycling in New York City, Steve Vaccaro discussed the significance of Mathieu Lefevre's death and the movement it catalyzed to hold NYPD accountable for crash investigations.
“New Law Might Improve NYPD Response to Reckless Drivers,” Christopher Robbins for Gothamist
Gothamist interviewed Steve Vaccaro about a legislative proposal to eliminate the "observed violation" rule that insulates reckless drivers from summonses if police don't witness the violation.
“Driver Hits Cyclist In Bike Lane And Keeps Going As Victim Clings To Van,” Christopher Robbins for Gothamist
Gothamist reports on the case of John Kelly, a Vaccaro & White client intentionally struck by a road raging van driver who fled the scene.
Gothamist: Brooklyn Cyclist Given $1,250 Fine For Single Traffic Stop
Gothamist interviewed Steve Vaccaro about questionable NYPD bike summonsing practices.
Gothamist: NYPD Finally Makes Sweeping Changes To Crash Investigations
Gothamist interviewed Steve Vaccaro about recently-announced changes in NYPD crash investigation procedures.