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 4 known lawsuits, $50,000 total settlements.
Miller, Ciara, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 801705/2022E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, February 3, 2022
Mcclain, Frank vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV06056,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, August 5, 2014, ended February 9, 2015
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On November 29, 2013, Plaintiff and his wife were accosted in their home by an apparent robber. Plaintiff wrestled with the robber, who fled after Plaintiff was able to take his pistol, which turned out to be an illegal imitation. Plaintiff called the police. After they arrived, Plaintiff pointed out the fake gun, and he and wife provided an identification and description of events. NYPD officers, however, arrested Plaintiff for possession of an illegal weapon, tightly cuffed him, and transported him to a precinct where he was held for 24 hours. NYPD officers created false statements and reports that Plaintiff had possessed an illegal weapon. Plaintiff was forced to make multiple appearances until all cha...
Parks v. City of New York et al
Case # 10CV07881,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$15,000 Settlement
Second Amended Complaint
Ocasio v. The City of New York et al
Case # 11CV00351,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$10,000 Settlement
Complaint