Justin Volpe, former NYPD cop convicted in beating of Abner Louima, denied compassionate release
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- A federal judge has denied a compassionate release from prison for former NYPD officer Justin Volpe, who was convicted in the horrific attack of Abner Louima in 1997. The judge ruled on Monday that the risk of catching COVID-19 does not warrant the release of Volpe, given the nature of his crime. "He does not present any extraordinary and compelling reasons, based on the possibility of contracting COVID-19," Judge Frederic Block said. "In any event, reconsideration of the factors does not warrant a reduction of his sentence given the grave nature and circumstances of ...
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