NYPD investigators told the magazine they believed they had a strong case against Weinstein after an Italian model, Ambra Battilana, alleged that she had been sexually assaulted. “We decided we’re going to hide the victim,” retired Sgt Michael Bock told the magazine. The New York magazine report details ties Weinstein’s legal team maintained with the DA’s staff. “It is customary for prosecutors to discuss potential areas of cross-examination when meeting with complainants,” Vollero told the magazine. It was a normal, typical interview of a complainant.”Earlier this week, Vance said his prosecutors were still investigating Weinstein.

Source: The Guardian March 17, 2018 18:00 UTC