An investigation determined that neighbors did not help Kitty Genovese when she was attacked because they had their windows closed and could not hear her cries for help.

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The initial reports of the incident that claimed neighbors did not help Kitty Genovese were sensationalized and later debunked. In reality, some neighbors did hear her screams for help but assumed it was a domestic dispute or were afraid to get involved.

An Investigation Determined That Neighbors Did Not Help Kitty Genovese