Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 3 known lawsuits, $830,000 total settlements.
Ortiz, Michael vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 022063/2018E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, March 6, 2018, ended February 4, 2020
$130,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On or about April 28, 2017, Michael Ortiz was stopped and searched by officers Kur and another officer near 184th Street and Davidson Avenue in the Bronx, New York. Officer Kur stated that he had been trying to locate Ortiz for some time. The search revealed Ortiz was carrying marijuana, leading to his arrest for criminal possession of marijuana. Upon arriving at the 52nd precinct, Ortiz was shocked to learn that there was an outstanding warrant for his arrest related to a more serious incident on August 27, 2016, where he was accused of attempted murder, gang assault, and weapon possession. Detective William Maye had initiated these charges based on an official investigation, including video surveillance and w...
Almonte, Dania, et Al vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 025824/2014,
Supreme Court - Bronx, December 22, 2014, ended January 17, 2019
$700,000 Settlement
Harper, Ethel Y. as Proposed Adm of The Estate of Muniz, Jose vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 306401/2013,
Supreme Court - Bronx, November 4, 2013