Complaint #9802499,
May 18, 1998

Officer: Melendez, Cristino
Allegation: Abuse of Authority: Threat of force
CCRB Conclusion: Unsubstantiated
Officer: Melendez, Cristino
Allegation: Discourtesy: Profane Gesture
CCRB Conclusion: Exonerated
Officer Allegation CCRB Conclusion
Melendez, Cristino Abuse of Authority: Threat of force Unsubstantiated
Melendez, Cristino Discourtesy: Profane Gesture Exonerated

Conclusion Meanings:

'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.

Further details on conclusions.


Details

Incident: May 18, 1998
Received: June 4, 1998
Closed: June 4, 1998

Reason for contact: Vehicle Stop and Check
Outcome: Traffic Summons Claimed or Issued