A former New York City Fire Department chief has been sentenced to three years in prison for accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to fast-track fire safety inspections.

Scanavino's attorney, Joseph Caldarera, said in a statement that the Southern District of New York “crucified” a 9/11 first responder and American hero. He said Saccavino took a plea deal because he ...

Ex-FDNY Chief Gets 3 Years in Prison for Taking Bribes to Fast-Track Safety Inspections NEW YORK (AP) — A former New York City Fire Department chief was sentenced to three years in prison ...

NEW YORK -- A former New York City Fire Department chief was sentenced to three years in prison Wednesday for accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to fast-track fire safety inspections ...

A former FDNY chief was sentenced to three years in prison Wednesday for accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to fast-track fire safety inspections at restaurants, hotels and other ...