Crime & Justice

Ex-NYU Exec Pleads Guilty to Stealing Millions Meant for Minority Communities

FACING THE MUSIC

Cindy Tappe spent nearly $700,000 of the taxpayer-funded grants on her Connecticut home’s renovation.

Josh Fiallo
Josh Fiallo 

Breaking News Reporter

A white and purple NYU banner hangs from a building in New York City.
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Josh Fiallo

Josh Fiallo

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