The words of the family's loved one were intensely private, often uttered when the caller realized he or she might not survive.

There is no settlement. Any discussions that we had with plaintiff's counsel had not been concluded, and the settlement amount set forth in plaintiff's press release bears no relationship whatsoever to the number that had been discussed.

We have advised plaintiff's counsel that any offer we had made is off the table pending further discussions.

The city continues to express its deep regret for this tragic accident and hopes that this settlement will in some measure bring closure to Mr. Esposito and his family.

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