Former FDNY Chief Anthony Saccavino has been sentenced to three years in prison for participating in a bribery scheme involving over $200,000. He and another chief accepted bribes from firefighters to expedite fire safety inspections at various venues. This illicit practice led to the creation of a 'VIP lane' for faster services. Saccavino was ordered to pay a $150,000 fine and was involved in a wider investigation by the Department of Investigation and the FBI due to illicit activities discovered in the Bureau of Fire Prevention.
Anthony Saccavino undermined the New York City Fire Department, an institution he swore to serve. Chief Saccavino led a pay-to-play bribery scheme that would offend the sensibilities of every hard-working New Yorker.
Today's sentence sends a strong message that City officials who monetize their positions and give preferential treatment in exchange for bribe payments will be held accountable.
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