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.
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Named in 4 known lawsuits, $42,500 total settlements.
Galarza, Mildred as Admin of Galarza, Ariel, Estate vs Sgt. Melrose, William, et al.
Case # 024808/2018E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, June 13, 2018
Galarza, Mildred as Admin of Galarza, Ariel, Estate vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 028727/2017E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, September 22, 2017
Mendoza, Jose vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 301041/2015,
Supreme Court - Bronx, March 23, 2015, ended July 22, 2016
$25,000 Settlement
Walter v. The City of New York
Case # 12CV00031,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$17,500 Settlement
Amended Complaint,
Stipulation