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 2 known lawsuits, $34,000 total settlements.
Johnson, Markeece vs Pallone, Sean, et al.
Case # 151127/2018,
Supreme Court - Richmond, September 10, 2018, ended August 29, 2019
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On May 6th, 2015, Plaintiff parked his car and exited it when he was stopped by Defendant Officers. Plaintiff asked the defendant officers why he was being stopped and was given no reason. Defendant officers then suddenly grabbed Plaintiff and threw him onto the ground, injuring his left knee and leg. Defendant officers then handcuffed Plaintiff and forcefully lifted him into the backseat of the police car. Plaintiff was taken to the precinct and detained around 24 hours before being unlawfully charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing government administration. Plaintiff was then taken to the hospital for the injuries inflicted by Defendant Officers. All charges against plaintiff were later dismissed.
Johnson, Paul vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV07404,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, June 19, 2014, ended February 18, 2015
$9,000 Settlement
Complaint,
Second Amended Complaint
Description: On March 29, 2013 Plaintiff was lawfully present in Staten Island when without just cause Defendant Officers Cammarta, Howard, Raso, Centner, John Doe 1-10, and Sgt's Campolo, and Heapes, accosted and falsely arrested Plaintiff. Defendants then misrepresented facts and filed false charges in an effort to cover up their misconduct. The matter was eventually dismissed.