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.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'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 2 known lawsuits, $80,000 total settlements.
Butler, Walter Jr. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 020540/2018E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, April 10, 2018, ended June 4, 2019
$50,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On August 15, 2015, police officers Ignacio Rodriguez (shield no. 145591), Alex Chen (shield no. 22641), John Doe, and John Roe approached, stopped, searched, grabbed, and detained the plaintiff. The plaintiff was incarcerated for over 24 hours.
Scott, Amanda vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV02664,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, April 17, 2014, ended September 16, 2014
$30,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On February 4, 2014, at 4:00 a.m., Plaintiff was at the 44th Precinct. Defendant Officer Keith Silardi demanded that Plaintiff grant access to her boyfriend’s vehicle, which was outside. When Plaintiff asked whether Defendant Silardi had a warrant, he responded by placing her in handcuffs and taking her into custody. Defendant Silardi then falsely filed reports charging Plaintiff with obstructing government function. Plaintiff was held for 26 hours before being presented in court, at which time all proceedings were adjourned pending dismissal.