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, $96,000 total settlements.
Swinton, Jamel vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 17CV01137,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, March 17, 2017, ended November 2, 2017
$66,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: A friend of the plaintiff approached the plaintiff with a video on his phone of what he believed to be police misconduct. Shortly after, police officers approached the plaintiff and his friend. The plaintiff took the friend's phone and more police officers approached the scene. Defendants Sgt. Alston and P.O. Torrell grabbed the plaintiff and twisted his arms while a John Doe kicked the plaintiff while he was already in handcuffs. Defendant P.O. Hernandez swore that the plaintiff was arrested for blocking the entrance to the plaintiff's apartment building. Plaintiff accepted an ACD.
Diaz, Erica vs P.O. Patnett, Andre, et al.
Case # 14CV04671,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, June 26, 2014, ended June 30, 2015
$30,000 Settlement
Complaint