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.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusions.
Charles, Mariah vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 515418/2018,
Supreme Court - Kings, July 30, 2018
Complaint
Description: On April 28, 2017 Plaintiff Charles was arrested by Defendant Sgt. Hussameldin while walking to school with a friend. Hussameldin asked Charles where she was going and for ID, then proceeded to grab her and stop her from continuing on to school. Hussameldin forced her to the ground and handcuffed her, the force used in doing so left bruises. Charles indicated she felt ill and was going to vomit but was denied medical attention and taken to the precinct before eventually allowed medical care. Charles was charged based on false statements submitted by Hussameldin and has suffered from pain, anxiety, mental anguish, and humiliation as a result.