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Special Grand Jury Report Exposes Failures in Suffolk County Child Protective Services Investigation of Thomas Valva’s Tragic Death

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Suffolk, NY – A special grand jury formed to investigate the Suffolk County Department of Social Services following the tragic death of 8-year-old Thomas Valva in 2020 has released a 75-page report. The report concludes that no criminal charges should be filed against Child Protective Services (CPS) caseworkers involved in investigating allegations of abuse by the child’s father and his fiancé. However, the report highlights the need for reform in confidentiality laws that effectively shielded the caseworkers from public scrutiny. The grand jury’s report does not recommend criminal charges against the CPS caseworkers or supervisors … Read more

Shocking Grand Jury Report Exposes Suffolk’s Mishandling of the Thomas Valva Tragedy

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YAPHANK, N.Y. (AP) — A grand jury report has shed light on Suffolk County’s handling of the Thomas Valva case, revealing details of the tragic events that led to the death of the young boy. Thomas Valva died on Jan. 17, 2020, after being forced by his father, then-NYPD Officer Michael Valva, and the father’s fiancée, Angela Pollina, to spend the night in their unheated garage in Center Moriches. The report exposes the failures and gaps in the child protective system and raises questions about the ability of authorities to protect vulnerable children. The grand … Read more

Niagara Falls Couple’s Disturbing Attack on Elderly Man Heads to Grand Jury After Shocking Discovery

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Niagara Falls Couple to Face Grand Jury in “Vicious and Violent” Attack TOWN OF NIAGARA – A couple from Niagara Falls, New York, has waived their right to a preliminary hearing on Monday following what law enforcement sources describe as a “vicious and violent” attack on a man in the Town of Niagara. Gregory Perry, 31, and Ashley McMillen, 35, have been incarcerated since their arrest on Tuesday night. Perry is being held without bail, while McMillen’s bail is set at $100,000. Law enforcement officials apprehended the couple after forcibly entering a trailer in Cayuga … Read more

Infectious Advertising’s Ramanuj Shastry Chosen as 2024 New York Festivals Advertising Awards Grand Jury Member

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Mumbai, India – Infectious Advertising’s Ramanuj Shastry has been selected as a member of the Grand Jury for the 2024 Advertising Awards organized by New York Festivals. The NYF awards recognize outstanding achievements in communications across different regions, nations, and continents. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Shastry’s creative leadership and expertise make him an invaluable addition to the panel. As highlighted by Scott Rose, Executive Director of the NYF Advertising Awards, Shastry’s award-winning work and his ability to craft campaigns for globally recognized brands set him apart. His extensive experience will … Read more