The bodies of nearly 300 free Black people buried during the 1800s lie under the asphalt in East Elmhurst, Queens. The lot is used by an NYPD towing contractor.
Greg B. Smith is an investigative reporter at THE CITY, where he specializes in uncovering corruption and examining the city's public housing system. His work spans various themes, including real estate, crime and justice, and government politics, with a keen focus on issues such as corporate fraud and public policy. Greg's reporting has been featured in prominent outlets such as NewsBreak, The Jewish Voice, and NBC New York (WNBC).