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Buffalo Detective Alleges School District Covered Abuse Cases

4/29/2025

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Buffalo Police Detective Richard Hy has made explosive claims in a podcast, accusing Buffalo Public Schools of concealing child abuse and sexual assault cases, including an attempted abduction. He alleges the district hindered investigations and neglected to report incidents. In response, the school district firmly denied these accusations, asserting their commitment to student safety. The podcast has captivated over 700,000 listeners.

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Story summary

Buffalo Police Detective Richard Hy has made explosive claims in a podcast, accusing Buffalo Public Schools of concealing child abuse and sexual assault cases, including an attempted abduction. He alleges the district hindered investigations and neglected to report incidents. In response, the school district firmly denied these accusations, asserting their commitment to student safety. The podcast has captivated over 700,000 listeners.