Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The alleged conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Named in 3 known lawsuits, $13,000 total settlements.
Costantino, Sara vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 21CV04864,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, November 23, 2021, ended June 10, 2022
$13,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On June 3, 2020, Ms. Costantino participated in a George Floyd-related demonstration at the Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn. Members of the Department permitted the demonstration to continue without interference as it proceeded – at no time where the demonstrators told to disperse. At approximately 8:30 pm, when the demonstrators were close to the Brooklyn Bridge, the demonstration came to a half – it resumed shortly thereafter and still no order to disperse was given. However, once the demonstration reached the area of Cadman Plaza East and Johnson Street, the demonstrators were confronted by members of the Department – the demonstrators were corralled and pushed by the Department from all directions during which...
Pierce, Brigid vs P.O. Ryder, Joseph, et al.
Case # 21CV03482,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, June 24, 2021
Lopez, Ernesto vs New York City Police Department Officer Gamble, et al.
Case # 21CV02492,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, May 11, 2021