Bill Genovese

Bill Genovese is the father of Catherine Genovese, whose 1964 murder in New York City sparked widespread attention. The case was notable because reports initially claimed that many neighbors witnessed or heard her attackers but did not help, raising concerns about community apathy. However, later investigations questioned the accuracy of these reports. The incident led to extensive discussions about public responsibility and the phenomenon of the "bystander effect," where people are less likely to intervene when others are present. Bill Genovese became a figure representing the emotional aftermath and the importance of awareness and intervention in such situations.