Conclusion Meanings:
'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.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $105,000 total settlements.
Sexton, Joseph vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 034088/2020E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, December 8, 2020, ended October 30, 2023
$80,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On January 31, 2019, plaintiff was coming from his friend's apartment on Noble
Ave, Bronx, NY, and walking towards the #27 bus stop to take the bus home. Plaintiff walked into a bodega at Soundview and Lafayette Aves, to get a soda and cigarettes. Inside the bodega, plaintiff saw some friends, whom walked with him to the bus stop after the purchase of his soda and cigarettes. While waiting for the bus, 4 plain clothes police officers, aggressively approached plaintiff and threw him against the wall. After being searched, plaintiff had his jacket taken from him, was handcuffed and was thrown in an unmarked car. Plaintiff was driven to PSA 8 in the Bronx and held for 3 hours before being taken to the 43rd Precinc...
Kaba, Kabine vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 025415/2020E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, June 11, 2020, ended June 21, 2024
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On July 23, 2019, Plaintiff was a passenger in a vehicle when it was stopped. Plaintiff was ordered to exit the vehicle and was handcuffed and arrested without cause. Plaintiff was then transported to the precinct and remained in custody until the next day. Thereafter, Plaintiff was released when the District Attorney refused to prosecute.