Blake, Charles vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 21CV00188,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, January 21, 2021, ended December 12, 2024
$65,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On or about June 5, 2020, plaintiff Charles Blake was standing in front of his home in the Bronx, New York, some time after 8:00 P.M. Because of a Curfew Order implemented in the wake of the death of George Floyd in late May 2020, Mr. Blake was approached by a number of police officers, including defendants Alifonzo, Vareika, Indiviglia, and three other John Doe officers. When they approached, they immediately ordered plaintiff to put his hands behind his back. They then forced him to the ground, injuring his eye, handcuffed him, and took him into custody. He was held in custody for several hours before being released and issued a desk appearance ticket, which was dismissed on June 9, 2020.