Philogene-Bey, James vs O'neil, James P., et al.
Case # 17CV01486,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, March 23, 2017
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was pulled over after being followed by an unmarked police car with their emergency flash lights on. Defendant P.O. Rushtlion spoke to the plaintiff in a "negative, loud, hostile tone of voice". Plaintiff was told to exit his car and place his hands on the hood of the car. Rushtlion pulled the plaintiff's arm, dragged him by a chokehold, and body slammed the plaintiff onto his car. Defendants Sandoval and Olsen then searched the plaintiff's shirt and pants pockets. The plaintiff's request to call captain in regards to his illegal search and arrest was denied. The defendants also refused the plaintiff of his Miranda rights. Plaintiff was released on ROR.