Activist • Advocate • Leader

Sergio Rodriguez learned the value of honest, hard-work from his family. These values were reinforced when he joined the U.S. Marine Corps, and have been at the heart of his grassroots community service. Sergio brings a fresh approach, new ideas and high energy as he serves in community organizations in the City of Buffalo.

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How Long Is Too Long To Report Rape?

July 14, 2014 / sergio rodriguez

A crowd gathers outside of Symphony Circle to speak out against the recent wave of sexual assaults in the Queen City.  The protest drew over 200 concerned residents.  Photo by Giovanni Centuriore. — A crowd gathers outside of Symphony Circle to speak out against the recent wave of sexual assaults in the Queen City. The protest drew over 200 concerned residents. Photo by Giovanni Centuriore.

A plead from a rape survivor at the "Take back the night" rally begs the question: How long is too long to report rape?

Rape In The Queen City: A Bigger Problem Than You Thought

July 09, 2014 / sergio rodriguez / Source

Map shows sexual assault and rapes in Buffalo since June 29, 2014.  11 rapes and 3 sexual assaults were reported by the Buffalo Police Department to the CrimeReport.com website in the last two weeks. Click image to enlarge map. — Map shows sexual assault and rapes in Buffalo since June 29, 2014. 11 rapes and 3 sexual assaults were reported by the Buffalo Police Department to the CrimeReport.com website in the last two weeks. Click image to enlarge map.

Based on these figures, recent instances of sexual assault in the Queen City are more prevalent and widespread than the headlines are directing us to believe.