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.
'Unable to Determine': The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'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.
'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 6 known lawsuits, $87,500 total settlements.
Feliciano, Tommy vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 503148/2022,
Supreme Court - Kings, February 3, 2022
Complaint
Description: On May 14, 2020, Plaintiff was lawfully driving in Brooklyn when he was pulled over by officers. The officers searched plaintiff's vehicle and falsely claimed to have recovered a firearm in Plaintiff's possession. Defendants then falsely arrested and maliciously prosecuted plaintiff of gun possession charged. As a result Plaintiff was held until August 18,2020 with charges dismissed on November 23, 2020.
Everett, Errol vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 513318/2020,
Supreme Court - Kings, August 6, 2020
Complaint
Description: On August 24, 2019, plaintiff Errol Everett was lawfully present in front of 431 Stone Avenue in Kings County, New York, when he was allegedly assaulted by police officers, including Lieutenant Christopher Siani and Officer Belinda Diaz. The assault involved being grabbed, shoved, punched, thrown to the ground, kicked, and forcefully handcuffed. Everett was taken into custody, held at the 73rd Precinct, and then transferred to Kings County Central Booking without receiving medical care. After a period of detention, he was eventually treated for his injuries at Interfaith Medical Center under police escort.
Spann, Tyquan vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 526130/2019,
Supreme Court - Kings, December 23, 2019, ended April 9, 2026
$20,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On or about July 31, 2019, at approximately 5:30 p.m., plaintiff Tyquan Spann was arrested without cause by officers of the New York Police Department (NYPD) near 82 Amboy Street, Brooklyn. Defendants P.O. Jason L. Smith, P.O. Joseph C. Sicari, and other unidentified officers detained Spann at gunpoint, directing him to lie on the ground. While he complied, the officers proceeded to kick him, pin him down with their knees on his head, and tightly handcuff him, causing cuts and bruises to his wrists. Despite being handcuffed and subdued, the officers continued to physically assault him, resulting in serious injuries. Spann was also subjected to an illegal search, which yielded no contraband. He was later transpo...
Taylor, Nakia vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 18CV08421,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, September 26, 2018
Complaint
Description: On July 6, 2017, the Plaintiff was arrested by PO Siani. During the arrest, the Defendant used excessive and unnecessary force, even though the Plaintiff did not physically resist or pose any threat. The Defendant punched the Plaintiff in the face, then forced him to the ground.
Sen, Binijuktya, vs City of New York. et al.
Case # 17CV00744,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, February 1, 2017, ended January 16, 2018
$60,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was arrested for civil disobedience while protesting police brutality. He was thrown to the ground and assaulted by the defendants. When taken to the ground, Plaintiff dropped his wallet and hat and had his arm hit and broken by the defendant when he tried to pick it up.
Hardee, Stanley vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 10CV07743,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, November 15, 2010, ended May 4, 2015
$7,500 Settlement
