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Jimmy Justice was the pseudonym[1] of a[2][3][4] video activist in New York City. He became well known after posting a video[5] on YouTube of several NYC traffic enforcement agents parking in front of fire hydrants. Since then, he has posted further videos of traffic agents breaking laws.

Justice's tactics in filming incidents have been met with some controversy by some parties, including police unions. He has acknowledged that in some situations he "want[s] to make entertaining videos," some of which have led to allegations of verbal and physical harassment from people being filmed. However, his tactics have nonetheless contributed to new policies in New York City, as Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly has announced that the New York City Police Department will begin accepting videos of alleged criminal activity from private citizens.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Richburg, Keith B. (2008-08-03). "New York's Video Vigilante, Scourge of Parking Enforcers". Washington Post. Retrieved 2024-07-29.
  2. ^ Celizic, Mike (2007-08-19). "Video vigilante turns tables on traffic enforcers". MSNBC. Archived from the original on 2007-08-19.
  3. ^ Williams, Chimene (2007-08-17). "Q and A With 'Jimmy Justice'". MSNBC. Archived from the original on 2007-08-20.
  4. ^ Morales, Monica. "'Jimmy Justice' Patrols NYC Streets". WNBC. Archived from the original on 2008-04-26. Retrieved 2024-07-29.
  5. ^ Justice, Jimmy (2007-07-02). Traffic Enforcement Agent Blocks Fire Hydrant During A Fire (Video).
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